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Taking care of your lawn in the fall is one of the best ways to have a terrific looking lawn in the spring and summer. Here are some tips from our Ace Home experts.
by Lou Manfredini, Ace’s Home Expert
- In early fall I am a big fan of spreading an organic soil amender to the lawn. There are several products at your local Ace that will enhance the soil conditions and it’s a terrific way to boost the soil under the actual grass. Scott’s Foundation Soil Improver is a good option. It will help strengthen and improve your soil to give your lawn a solid base.
- After the above has been down for about 3 weeks, and all the leaves have fallen. Cut the lawn for the last time. Then, take the necessary steps to get the lawn mower stored properly for the winter. Start off by disconnecting the spark plug so it doesn’t kick on when you’re doing the next few steps. Start off by emptying the gas tank properly. Then, remove the blade and clean out the dirt and grass that has collected around the blade. A putty knife makes a great tool for scraping the under carriage. Check your owners manual for the frequency of draining the oil. Then, change the air filter. Add back on the spark plug and you will put your lawn mower away and be set for spring!
- Use a power rake or hand rake and pull all the thatch from the lawn and bag or compost it. Dehatching removes dead grass, leaves and other lawn debris so that water, nutrients and fertilizer you put down can reach the soil.
- Apply a winterizing lawn fertilizer to promote root growth and keep nutrients in the soil during the colder months of winter. Your lawn is about to be exposed to cold temps and needs some TLC to tackle winter.
With just a little bit of work in the fall your lawn will bounce back quicker next year and actually reduce the amount of work you have to do to get that lawn back in shape.
Make sure you check out our Red Hot Buys for Special Savings on Lawn & Garden
& Ask about our Grass Seed for the Outer Banks – We have specialty grass seed blends formulated for sand, sun, and the Outer Banks beach environment.
Taking care of your lawn in the fall is one of the best ways to have a terrific looking lawn in the spring and summer. Here are some tips from our Ace Home experts.
by Lou Manfredini, Ace’s Home Expert
- In early fall I am a big fan of spreading an organic soil amender to the lawn. There are several products at your local Ace that will enhance the soil conditions and it’s a terrific way to boost the soil under the actual grass. Scott’s Foundation Soil Improver is a good option. It will help strengthen and improve your soil to give your lawn a solid base.
- After the above has been down for about 3 weeks, and all the leaves have fallen. Cut the lawn for the last time. Then, take the necessary steps to get the lawn mower stored properly for the winter. Start off by disconnecting the spark plug so it doesn’t kick on when you’re doing the next few steps. Start off by emptying the gas tank properly. Then, remove the blade and clean out the dirt and grass that has collected around the blade. A putty knife makes a great tool for scraping the under carriage. Check your owners manual for the frequency of draining the oil. Then, change the air filter. Add back on the spark plug and you will put your lawn mower away and be set for spring!
- Use a power rake or hand rake and pull all the thatch from the lawn and bag or compost it. Dehatching removes dead grass, leaves and other lawn debris so that water, nutrients and fertilizer you put down can reach the soil.
- Apply a winterizing lawn fertilizer to promote root growth and keep nutrients in the soil during the colder months of winter. Your lawn is about to be exposed to cold temps and needs some TLC to tackle winter.
With just a little bit of work in the fall your lawn will bounce back quicker next year and actually reduce the amount of work you have to do to get that lawn back in shape.
Make sure you check out our Red Hot Buys for Special Savings on Lawn & Garden
Watch as licensed landscape contractor and designer, Sara Bendrick, gives you the tips you need to refresh your outdoor space. Sara will show you how easy it gets done with products from Stihl®.
Join Sara Bendrick, a designer and licensed contractor, as she gives you the tips and tricks on perfecting an an outdoor space. Gone are the days of hiring a landscaper and here to stay is you creating a lawn that’s a work of art!
Summer is coming to a close and planning for the Fall begins. This month in the garden we are preparing for that Fall chili and those homecoming mums. We will be planting, planning, and pruning!
In The Garden This August on the Outer Banks
FOOD
Kale: Plant your Kale 1/4 – 1/2 deep and 6-8 weeks before the first frost. Kale can tolerate lots of sun or shady pots. It is easy to grow and healthy to eat!
Broccoli: Plant your broccoli 3-4 weeks before the first frost for a bushy bushel. Allow your broccoli equal shade to sunlight for best growth.
Brussels Sprouts: Brussels Sprouts need to be planted 6-8 weeks before the first frost. They make an excellent for a fall harvest and taste amazing on the grill!
FLOWERS
Coneflower: These lovely Sunflower look-a-likes come in a variation of colors. From pink, red, yellow, and even blue. They will brighten up your Summer garden and set you up for Fall. These flowers love the well-drained soils and thrive in the heat.
Mums: A classic flower like the Mum is darling in any garden. The flowers look beautiful potted by the doorway, handing on your balcony, or planted in the garden. These medium height flowers require 8-1o hours of sunlight a day.
Geranium: Geranium‘s are a colorful flower. You can choose them in many colors to match any setting. These flowers require only 4-6 hours of sunlight and lots of water drainage. Geranium is the perfect apartment flower to liven up your space.
PRUNE
Tomatoes: Summer means tomatoes and if you have been growing yours, it is time to prune those shoots. Be sure not to clip any roots or new growth vines.
Homemade salsa is amazing and the ingredients are easy to grow together in this Salsa Garden. You can make your own salsa using fresh ingredients from this planting plan.
Learn Steps to Controlling Lawn Weeds from sneaking up and taking over your lawn. See how to prevent weeds from emerging. Find out how to treat a lawn that’s already been taken over by weeds. And, see how to spot treat those weeds that break through on your lawn.
Stop in at any of our 6 convenient Outer Banks locations and ask our lawn care experts about our special Outer Banks Grass Seed Blends – made specifically for the challenging conditions of our beach environment.
Let us help you enjoy your outdoor space! Join us for product demos and tutorials. Saturday, April 6, 11AM – 2PM
Grass Seed for the Outer Banks – We have specialty grass seed blends formulated for sand, sun, and the Outer Banks beach environment.
Stop in any of our 6 convenient locations and our ACE experts will help you select the right blend to grow in the tough-to-grow lawns of the Outer Banks.