Category: Seasonal Lawn Care Guide

Heat Stress and Drought Conditions Prolonged exposure to high temperatures is a major cause of summer lawn discoloration Dallas homeowners experience. Dallas summers regularly have high temperatures beyond what many lawns can comfortably cope with. When grass receives extended heat plus with little moisture, it begins saving resources, leading to browning. Signs of browning include the following: Dry, crispy grass...

Start With Proper Mowing Practices One of the most neglected aspects of lawn maintenance is mowing right. Many homeowners cut grass too short, thinking it reduces maintenance requirements, but shorter grass creates extra problems when hot weather is present. A reliable lawn mowing service can keep the lawn at proper cutting heights depending on your grass type. Warm-season grasses found...

Understanding Heat Stress in Texas Lawns Before getting started on this topic, it’s necessary to understand what happens to grass when there is extreme heat. When temperatures go higher than 90°F for extended periods of time, you’d notice grass start becoming dormant to conserve energy. Growth slows down, roots get weaker, and moisture evaporates fast from the top soil. This...