Albuquerque Lawn Strategies for a Stunning 2021 Lawn – Part Two

In Albuquerque as spring arrives, lilacs and daffodils first begin to bloom, and forsythia plants end their flowering. This should remind us that it is time to prepare our lawns for the upcoming seasons of growth.The perfect timing to perform these tasks will depend upon your particular climate or region. If you live in an area that gets snow, then you will want to delay until the snowy season is definitely over. For most regions, there are 8 things you should do, or consider doing before heading into spring.

Analyze Your Soil

In addition to compaction, if you see moss covering the ground, it is an indicator of acidic soil. Grass flourishes best with a neutral PH. Adding ground limestone to your lawn helps to neutralize the soil, but it is a slow and gradual process. Prior to beginning, collect a soil sample and send it to the local cooperative extension office to ascertain the acidity levels in your soil. This is a free  educational resource that offers assistance, based on science, for agriculture and horticulture. You can contact your local office on their website, by calingl, or visiting. They will assess your soil and advise on the amount of lime needed. A fertilizer spreader will be needed in order to spread the lime. If your soil is too alkaline, it can also cause issues, so only using as a corrective measure is best.

Overseed for Success

Neglect, pets and heavy traffic often create bare patches in the lawn, which require additional seeding. Overseeding is the process of planting seed over the existing grass, then applying a slow release nitrogen fertilizer. After about 5 weeks, when the grass has germinated, a quick release nitrogen fertilizer is applied. The best time for over seeding is in the fall, but can be done earlier when absolutely necessary, however this could also encourage crabgrass growth.

Summing Up Albuquerque Lawn Strategies for Stunning 2021 Lawn

Since you committed to the success of your Albuquerque lawn, following the lawn strategies described herein and you’ll see the fruits of your labors. The key to success is to follow the steps one by one, give them time to work, assess your success or lack thereof and adjust your strategy accordingly. If more lawn seed needs to be added to your lawn, then do so. If weeds are choking your lawn, get out there and pull them. Water during the evening to limit evaporation. This strategy will help you make the most of the water your lawn is getting each week.