{"id":2440,"date":"2023-04-15T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-15T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=2440"},"modified":"2023-04-14T07:01:36","modified_gmt":"2023-04-14T14:01:36","slug":"when-to-start-spring-lawn-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/when-to-start-spring-lawn-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Into Action: The Ideal Time to Begin Your Spring Lawn Care Routine"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Spring is here! Whether or not good weather has followed in your area, it\u2019s time to start thinking about lawn care. When\u2019s the right time to start mowing? Is there anything I need to do before I start cutting grass? Today, we\u2019re answering those questions and more with our guide to starting your spring lawn care routine. Keep reading for definitive tips on when to get your turf grass under control.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n

The Basics: When is it okay to start lawn care?<\/span><\/h2>\n

There\u2019s a quick and fast rule you can follow to determine when it\u2019s okay to start working on your lawn and in the garden: wait until the weather consistently stays above 40\u00b0F.<\/span><\/p>\n

Climates in the US vary wildly, so there\u2019s no catch-all date to start aerating, mowing, and de-weeding. In some parts of the country, you may be free of frost in March. Other places may need to wait until Mother\u2019s Day or even later before it\u2019s safe to do serious yard work. Keep an eye on your local weather forecast, and watch for the signs that the ground has warmed sufficiently. Blooming flowers like magnolias, grass actively and rapidly growing<\/span><\/p>\n

Grass grows year round, but it slows during the winter months when the ground temperature is cold. Mowing too early can potentially damage your lawn, leaving you with patches of dead grass and a whole lot more work later in the season. So, let things come to temperature before you get started.<\/span><\/p>\n

Your Early Spring Lawn Care To-Do List<\/span><\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t just jump right into mowing the lawn as soon as it\u2019s warm enough. For the health of your lawn and the condition of your equipment, you\u2019ll want to get things prepared first. Here\u2019s your spring lawn care prep to-do list:<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Ensure your lawn equipment is ready for spring<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you haven\u2019t done so already, there\u2019s some maintenance you\u2019ll want to do on your lawn equipment. Mowers will need filters, spark plugs, and fuel checked or changed, and trimmers and edgers will need their batteries charged.<\/span><\/p>\n

Want a bit more guidance on how to get your lawn equipment ready for spring? For a quick rundown, <\/span>have a look at our spring lawn equipment checklist<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>check out one of the many lawn mower care guides on our blog<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Grab a rake and get to cleaning<\/span><\/h3>\n

Spring cleaning isn\u2019t just an indoor activity, you need to bring it out into your yard, as well. Here are some things you\u2019ll want to take care of before mowing season starts:<\/span><\/p>\n