This summer has been especially hot and dry, not only in Southwestern Indiana, but throughout much of the United States. Droughts have caused low crops for farmers, and taken their toll on landscaping and yards around the country. Keeping your yard looking good through the summer can be a costly endeavor due to the need of plenty of watering. In some areas, water shortages led to many people's inability to utilize lawn irrigation systems due to regulations on water usage.
Luckily, we are coming to the end of the summer season. Temperatures are beginning to lower, and we have had more rain in the past few weeks. In order to make sure your yard looks its best next year, its important to properly plant and fertilize new grass. Many people are unaware of the best time of year to plant new grass seed to ensure a plush yard. According to This Old House magazine's Roger Cook, a landscape contractor, early fall, just after the summer's heat, is the best time to plant grass seed. Warm soil and moderate temperatures help reduce the need for watering, and weeds aren't as likely to grow at this time. Proper fertilization is also key at this time, but planting near the end of August, and continuing to fertilize and feed through October should grow plush, hearty grass that will last through the winter.
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