Keeping a lawn healthy on Long Island takes more than a weekly mow — it takes the right care at the right time of year. Here’s what Elegant Lawns recommends for homeowners in Woodmere, Hewlett, Cedarhurst, Lawrence, and Inwood to keep their property looking its best all year long.
Spring
Spring is when your lawn wakes up from winter, and early attention now pays off through summer.
- Spring cleanup first. Clear leaves, branches, and debris left over from winter before anything else.
- Aerate and overseed. Compacted soil from winter makes it harder for grass to grow. Aerating opens things up, and overseeding fills in bare or thin patches.
- Apply pre-emergent weed control. Getting this down before weeds germinate saves a lot of work later in the season.
- Start your first round of lawn treatments. Early feeding sets your lawn up to come in thick and green.
- Plant spring annuals. Fresh color at the entryway and beds makes an immediate difference in curb appeal.
Summer
Long Island summers bring heat and humidity, which means your lawn needs consistent care to stay healthy.
- Mow high, not short. Longer grass blades shade the soil and hold moisture better through hot stretches.
- Water deeply, not daily. A deep soak a couple times a week encourages stronger roots than light daily watering.
- Watch for grub and fungus damage. Summer humidity is prime season for lawn disease and pests — early treatment prevents bigger problems.
- Trim and shape shrubs and hedges. Regular trimming keeps plantings looking sharp through the season.
- Refresh mulch beds. Mulch helps retain moisture and keeps weeds down during the hottest months.
Fall
Fall is one of the most important seasons for setting your lawn up to survive winter and come back strong in spring.
- Fall cleanup. Leaves left sitting on the lawn can smother grass and encourage disease — regular removal matters.
- Aerate and overseed again. Fall is actually the best time of year for seed to take root before winter.
- Apply a fall lawn treatment round. This builds root strength through winter dormancy.
- Deep root feeding for trees and shrubs. Helps plantings store the nutrients they need before the cold sets in.
- Plant fall annuals for color heading into the colder months.
Winter
Winter is quieter, but it’s not a season to ignore your property entirely.
- Prune dormant trees and shrubs. Late winter, before new growth starts, is the ideal time for structural pruning.
- Plan ahead for spring. Winter is a good time to think through any larger projects — new plantings, hardscaping, or design changes — so you’re ready to start as soon as the weather turns.
- Protect vulnerable plants from snow and ice damage where needed.
Year-Round
A few things matter no matter the season:
- Stay on a consistent maintenance schedule. Lawns that get regular attention year-round need far less emergency work.
- Address problems early. Bare patches, pests, or drainage issues are always easier to fix small than big.
Serving Woodmere, Hewlett, Cedarhurst, Lawrence, and Inwood, NY
Elegant Lawns provides year-round lawn care and landscape maintenance throughout the Five Towns. Contact us today to set up a seasonal maintenance plan for your property.