May is here and with it brings the end of spring and beginning of summer temperatures. We will start to see crabgrass and other summer weeds germinating in lawns. Soil temperatures are approaching low sixties allowing these weeds to emerge. Your May service will include the 2nd round of pre-emergent, fertilizer, and spot treating for any existing weeds in the lawn.
Please begin to focus on your watering. As the temps warm, watering becomes crucial to maintaining your lawn. We are behind on rainfall and experienced drier than usual conditions in April. However, much rain is in the extended forecast. If you have an irrigation system, make sure it is up and running. If you do not, get out the sprinkler. Best practice is to water daily, very early in the morning allowing for a dry out during the day. I understand daily watering can be difficult without an irrigation system, so do your best. If we have gone 3 days without rain, your lawn will be thirsty and needs watered.