5 Things You Can Do Now for a Healthier Lawn

Is your lawn looking a little tired after the heat of summer? Whether you’ve been dealing with dry patches, thinning grass, moss, or even insect damage, don’t count your lawn out just yet, right now is the time to bring it back to life.

Cool nights, warm soil, and consistent moisture create the perfect environment for growing healthy grass. If you want your lawn to look thick, lush, and vibrant next spring, now’s the time to act. Here are five expert-recommended steps to set your lawn up for success:

1. Weed Control (if needed)

Weeds compete with your lawn for water and nutrients. A targeted weed control application can knock them back before renovation work begins, giving your new grass seed the best possible conditions to take root.

2. Core Aeration

Over time, soil becomes compacted , especially with foot traffic, pets, or heavy clay soil common in our region. Core aeration pulls small plugs from the ground, allowing oxygen, water, and nutrients to reach deep into the root zone. It also creates the ideal seedbed for new lawns.

3. Power Raking

This process breaks up the soil plugs from aeration and reduces excess thatch (a layer of dead grass and debris) that can smother your lawn. Power raking helps ensure your lawn can breathe and gives seedlings room to grow strong.

4. Slit Seeding

This is where the magic happens. Slit seeding delivers grass seed directly into the soil through small grooves, which increases germination success and helps thicken the lawn. We use high-quality seed blends that introduce new, improved grass cultivars, more resistant to disease, drought, and weed pressure.

5. Lawn Fertilizer Application

To wrap it all up, we apply a slow-release fertilizer to give your new grass a strong start. This final step provides essential nutrients that fuel root development and promote healthier, denser growth.

Why Now is the Best Time

In Mid-Michigan, the window from mid-to-late August through the end of September offers optimal conditions for lawn renovation. Weed growth slows down, soil temperatures remain warm, and cooler evenings provide consistent moisture, all essential ingredients for seed germination and root establishment.

PRO TIP:

Now is the ideal time to plant grass. Why?

• Cooler temps = less stress on seedlings
• Fewer weeds = less competition
• Warm soil = faster germination
• Dewy mornings = natural moisture boost

Want a professional evaluation of your lawn? Let’s create a custom renovation plan to get your lawn in peak shape, just in time for a full season of enjoyment next year.

Call 989-835-8260 or contact us here to get started with a trusted name in lawn restoration.