Summer

Summer

Continue regular mowing and edging – raise cutting height to save on watering lawn/turf

Remove spent blossoms from plants and shrubs

Continue weed control in planting beds and lawn/turf areas

Apply organic, slow-release blend fertilizer to lawn/turf areas

Monitor watering – look for over-watered, dry, or stressed areas

Relax and enjoy

Late Summer

Continue regular mowing and edging – lower cutting height to encourage growth

Lawn/turf care – aerate, dethatch, top dress, and overseed

Continue weed control in planting beds and lawn/turf areas

Apply organic fertilizer to lawn/turf areas and planting beds

Prune and trim shoots on plants, shrubs, and trees

Micro-prune perennials