Make a Thicker Lawn

Consumer Question
Are there some simple steps to make a thicker lawn?

Kelly, Manhattan KS



Expert Answer
Here are some simple steps you can take to make a thicker lawn:

• Water properly - Water your lawn twice a week with approximately ½” of water at each watering and water in the early morning hours.
• Fertilizing properly and at the right times - Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers and over fertilizing. Be sure to fertilize in the early spring, late spring and fall.
• Mow and maintain your lawn at the proper height – Avoid cutting more than 1/3 of the total grass blade length at any single mowing.
• Keep weeds under control
• Aerate at least once every other year, if not yearly in the fall.
These simple steps, when followed will help your lawn grow thick and healthy.





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