Yard maintenance Month-by-Month:

Spring

March: Fertilize, spruce up the patio

April: Aerate, scarify, apply pre-emergent herbicides

May: Mow frequently, weed

Summer

June: Fertilize early in the summer

July: Treat weeds

Fall

September: Fertilize in the fall

Winter

December: Treat the lawn for winter

Other tasks

January: Service the lawnmower

February: Trim hedges

October: Trim hedges

November: Clear gutters

Irrigation: Water the lawn

Tips

Fertilize when the grass is actively growing

Use slow-release fertilizer formulated for turf

Check and repair sprinkler systems

Apply pre-emergent herbicides in early spring to prevent crabgrass

Treat grubs when they hatch

You can also hire a landscaper to maintain your lawn