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Annual Lawn Care Guide

Step by Step to a Perfect Lawn — From January to December

Written by Rainer

A healthy, lush lawn requires consistent care throughout the entire year. Every season has different needs: from soil preparation in spring, to protecting the lawn from summer heat, and finally autumn overseeding and winter maintenance.

By following this yearly lawn care calendar, you can keep your lawn strong, green, and resilient in every season.


Winter (January – February)

Winter is the ideal time to plan the upcoming lawn season and prepare the soil for healthy growth.

Soil Analysis

During January and February, it is recommended to perform a soil analysis to check:

  • pH level

  • Nutrient availability

  • Possible soil deficiencies

The ideal pH value for a healthy lawn is between 5.5 and 6.0.

Annual Lawn Planning

This is also the perfect time to organize:

  • Seasonal fertilization

  • Overseeding projects

  • Scarifying and aeration work

  • Equipment maintenance


Spring (March – May)

Spring is the season when the lawn starts growing actively again. The grass needs oxygen, nutrients, and proper soil preparation.

March – Lawn Regeneration

Apply Revive

Spread Revive evenly across the entire lawn surface to improve and stabilize the soil.

Wait approximately 1 week, then proceed with fertilization.

Spring Fertilization

Apply an organic lawn fertilizer to promote:

  • Strong growth

  • Deep green color

  • Healthy root development

First Lawn Mowing

Once the grass begins growing again:

  • Perform the first mowing

  • Avoid cutting the grass too short

Scarifying and Aeration

During spring, it is important to:

  • Remove thatch and debris

  • Improve air and water circulation

After scarifying:

  • Apply Aerator evenly across the entire lawn


Summer (June – August)

Summer is the most stressful period for the lawn. Heat and drought can quickly weaken the grass if not managed properly.

Protection Against Summer Stress

Apply Stressmanager

Spread Stressmanager across the entire lawn to help protect against:

  • High temperatures

  • Drought

  • Heat stress

Proper Watering

During summer, correct watering is essential.

Main watering rules:

  • Always water in the morning

  • Avoid nighttime watering

  • Provide up to 40 l/m² per week

  • Water 3–4 times per week

Summer Mowing

During hot weather:

  • Do not mow the lawn too short

  • Recommended mowing height: approximately 6 cm

Slightly taller grass helps protect the soil from evaporation and heat stress.

Summer Fertilization

Apply:

  • Marathon Fertilizer
    or

  • Premium Summer Fertilizer

to keep the lawn strong and green during the hottest months.


Autumn (September – November)

Autumn is the most important season for restoring and strengthening the lawn after summer.

September – Best Time for Overseeding

September is considered the ideal time to:

  • Overseed damaged areas

  • Thicken the lawn

  • Repair thin or patchy spots

Soil Preparation

  1. Aerate the lawn

  2. Remove thatch and debris

  3. Apply Aerator

  4. Water thoroughly for approximately 15 minutes

Overseeding / Repairing Bare Spots

Seeding

Use lawn seed varieties such as:

  • Champion

  • Express

  • Turbo

Spread the seed evenly over the affected areas.

Covering the Seed

Lightly cover the seed with soil or work it gently into the ground.

Starter Fertilizer

Apply Starter Fertilizer to support:

  • Fast germination

  • Root development

  • Even growth

Watering Newly Seeded Areas

For the first 3–5 weeks:

  • Keep the soil consistently moist

  • Water 1–3 times daily

  • Provide up to 40 l/m² per week

Germination typically occurs within approximately 21 days.

After germination:

  • Fertilize with Marathon Fertilizer
    or

  • Premium Autumn Fertilizer

and water thoroughly for approximately 15 minutes.

Autumn Maintenance

Between October and November:

  • Apply Aerator again

  • Use Stressmanager

  • Regularly remove fallen leaves


End of Year (December)

December is dedicated to soil stabilization and equipment maintenance.

Soil Stabilization

Apply:

  • Revive

to improve soil structure during the winter period.

Equipment Maintenance

Use the off-season to:

  • Clean the robotic lawn mower

  • Service and maintain the lawn mower

  • Sharpen mower blades


Pro Tips for a Perfect Lawn

Always Water in the Morning

Morning watering helps reduce:

  • Evaporation

  • Risk of fungal diseases

  • Lawn stress

Robotic Lawn Mowers Are the Gentlest Option

Frequent and light mowing helps:

  • Keep the lawn denser

  • Reduce stress on the grass

  • Improve the overall appearance of the lawn

Maintain a pH Between 5.5 and 6.0

A proper pH level allows the lawn to absorb nutrients efficiently and grow healthily.


For more lawn care products and information, visit LERAVA

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