With the harsh days of winter behind us, you might be looking out at your yard and realizing your lawn needs some major TLC. You’re certainly not alone—now is the perfect time to shift your focus on bringing your yard back to life.
We recently connected with Teri Valenzuela, natural science manager at Sunday, for her best advice on getting our lawns summer-ready. Not only did she share some incredibly helpful wisdom, she assured us that now is the best time to encourage new growth.
“A strong start in spring sets the tone for the whole year, so don't overlook the power of a well-timed spring feeding,” Valenzuela says.
Teri Valenzuela is a natural science manager at Sunday, a company providing custom lawn care solutions based on grass type and location.
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As your attention shifts to your backyard now that warmer weather is on the horizon, you might feel sad to discover it's all brown.
Luckily, Valenzuela says not to panic at the sight. Instead, pause, take a deep breath, and know this is probably totally normal—especially if you live in a warmer climate.
“It's nature's way of protecting itself from harsh conditions over the winter,” she says.
Instead of assuming it's all dead, now is a great time to troubleshoot and make a plan to revive your lawn ahead of the warmer weather.
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Of course, your lawn may have died, but luckily, there’s an easy way to find out for sure. Valenzuela suggests doing what she calls «a simple bioassay test.»
Don't worry—it sounds more intense than it is. You can do it on your own!
“Take a sample of your lawn—roots, soil, and
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