Lawn Maintenance: How to Judge your Grass By its Color

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Certain types of grass can give a blueish hue when dehydrated

If a home’s grass begins to take on a blueish hue, then chances are it is starved for water. Usually, the homeowner will be able to see the footprints of people walking across their yard if their area is experiencing drought like conditions. When this coloring starts to happen, the homeowner will need to take action and get a few freestanding sprinklers from the local hardware store. If this is an ongoing issue for the area, the homeowner may want to think about have a sprinkler system installed. A sprinkler system will allow the homeowner to set timers and have their grass watered at the same time every day.

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A light green coloring can mean grass cutting was too low

Having a lawn that is light green will usually signify that the lawn has been cut too low or scalped as it is referred to in the industry. The best way to combat this issue is by using a professional lawn mower on a bimonthly basis. A professional in the lawn cutting industry will know the right height your grass should be for the variety of grass and your climate. Letting professionals handle this task can help a homeowner focus on more important things.

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White grass can indicate disease in spring lawn care

The white coloring on a lawn is an indication that there is disease present on the lawn. This type of disease will usually arise from improper watering practices or mowing with very dull blades. Hiring professionals to mow the lawn will help to eliminate this disease in a hurry. Be sure to ask them about when the best time to water the lawn is.

By taking action as soon as signs of lawn distress happen, the homeowner can reduce the amount of damage done. Paying professionals to mow and maintain a lawn is money well spent.

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