Menu
How to Water Your Lawn
How To Water Your Lawn
How To Take Care of Your Lawn's Soil
How to Keep Pests Out of Your Lawn
How to Avoid Fungus and Weeds in Your Lawn
How To Water Your Lawn
- What is the best time of day to water my lawn?
- How much water should my lawn get?
- Should I water my lawn each day?
- Do I need to water my lawn in the winter?
- How should I adjust my watering schedule in the summer?
- Should I water my lawn after mowing?
- How can I tell if I am overwatering my lawn?
- How can I tell if my lawn needs more water?
How To Take Care of Your Lawn's Soil
- What are the benefits of lawn aeration?
- How can soil compaction damage my lawn?
- What type of fertilizer should I use for my lawn?
- What is the best month to fertilize my lawn?
- Should I fertilize a wet or dry lawn?
- How long does it take granular fertilizer to dissolve?
- How does rain impact my lawn after fertilization?
- Is it okay to fertilize and seed at the same time?
How to Keep Pests Out of Your Lawn
- How can I tell if I have pests in my lawn?
- What types of lawn pests live in Florida?
- Should I apply an insecticide to my lawn?
- When should I use an insecticide?
- How should I apply insecticide to my lawn?
- Can I apply insecticide and fertilizer at the same time?
- Should I apply insecticide after overseeding?
- How can I keep pests out of my lawn?
How to Avoid Fungus and Weeds in Your Lawn
- What type of fungus or disease does my lawn have?
- What types of weeds are common in Florida lawns?
- When should I apply a fungicide to my lawn?
- Should I apply a weed killer on my lawn?
- What is the best type of fungicide to use in Florida?
- What is the best type of weed killer for Florida lawns?
- What are the signs that my lawn is unhealthy?
- What should I do if my lawn is dying?
Watering first thing in the morning or in the early afternoon is ideal. This timing allows the grass to absorb all the moisture without risking burning in the harsh direct sunlight.
Including rainfall, you should aim to give your lawn between 1 and 1.5 inches of water each week. That said, each lawn is different, so read more watering tips here.
It’s best to water your lawn deeply and infrequently to avoid problems like shallow roots and fungal growth. For that reason, we recommend against watering your lawn each day.
Watering in the winter can cause excess moisture and health problems, especially since our grass goes dormant in the colder weather. Learn how to care for your grass in the winter here.
Harsh summer weather can place considerable stress on our lawns, so it’s important to provide it with enough water. Here’s how to adjust your watering schedule in the summer.
In some cases, it may be beneficial to water your lawn after mowing – but only if your grass needs the extra moisture. We recommend separating your watering and mowing routines.
Problems like fungal growth, poor drainage, and squishy soil could all mean that your grass is getting too much water. Learn about other signs of overwatering here.
Dehydrated grass often looks brown, brittle, and unhealthy. Here are some telltale signs that your lawn is dehydrated and needs more water.
