Due to the summer heat, constant blazing sun and long-lasting drought, the lawn needs significantly more care in the summer months. At this time of year, parts of the lawn can often dry out and become unsightly. In addition, grasses grow much faster and denser during the growing season, so regular lawn mowing is a must. In addition to mowing, lawn care in summer also includes watering and fertilizing.
Mowing
Especially in the first few weeks of summer, the lawn grasses grow extremely quickly and vigorously because they are at the height of the growing season. Therefore, the lawn mower should be used more often during this time than usual. Through consistent lawn care, the green area does not become overgrown and the density and robustness of the lawn can also be promoted. Mowing the lawn can be done either by hand or with a motorized lawn mower. However, grasses that are cut too short encourage weed growth. If the unwanted weeds spread in the lawn, they should be removed before the seeds ripen.
- Regular mowing ensures that green areas always look well-groomed
- Cut down once a week at the beginning of summer
- Drive over the entire lawn
- Setting the blade on the lawnmower correctly
- Don't go too short
- Cutting height depends on intended use
- Keep ornamental lawns short, cut down to 2-3 cm
- Cutting height for play and sports turf is 3-4 cm
- For shady lawns, the optimal height is 4-5 cm
Note:
When mowing the lawn, the grass must not be wet, otherwise the cutting blades on the lawn mower will dull more quickly.
Heatwave
During a heat wave, you should not mow too short, otherwise the water will evaporate far too quickly after watering. Afterwards, the soil cannot store the water due to the strong sunlight and dries out far too much. The lawn then burns, often causing major and visible damage to the green area. In addition, the water bill is significantly lower thanks to reduced evaporation. However, it should be borne in mind that growth can change significantly due to the effects of strong heat and long periods of high temperatures.
- Temperatures from 26° Celsius reduce the growth of grass
- From 30° Celsius the grass hardly grows at all anymore
- Let stand a little longer in the heat
- 5-6 cm is ideal to protect the floor
- That's why never mow your lawn too short during a heat wave
Lawnmower
When choosing a lawn mower, the size of the lawn is crucial, as is the performance and cutting width of the blades. In addition, the lawn mower should suit the type of lawn and the types of grass planted. Gardeners with limited mobility and painful back problems benefit from motorized equipment. If the cutters become out of focus, a grayish and unsightly glow will appear over the lawn after mowing.
- Sharpness of the blades is an important criterion
- Sharpen blades with regular use
- Hand-operated cylinder mowers are very classic
- Cordless mowers, petrol mowers and electric mowers simplify work
- Riding mowers and lawn tractors are ideal for extensive green spaces
- Robot lawn mowers completely relieve the gardener of strenuous mowing work
- Electric devices and robotic lawnmowers are significantly expensive
Note:
If bare and yellow-brown spots appear due to summer heat and drought, then fertilizer will no longer help. In this case, reseeding of the affected areas is necessary.
Fertilize
For effective lawn care, fertilizing is also necessary in summer so that the rich green tone and dense growth can be preserved. The first fertilization should be given to the green area in spring. Then an additional gift is added during the hot season, which is rounded off by a final session in the fall. It is important to invest in a good fertilizer that is tailored to the needs of the respective lawn. Although blue grain is very cheap, the product only stimulates the growth of the grass in the short term. The lawn depends on the supply of all necessary nutrients in the long term.
- Administer fertilizer at regular intervals
- Use long-term fertilizer in June
- The optimal time is a cloudy morning
- Ideally, rain is still expected
- Fertilize in the evening when it is dry and there is a lot of sun
- Water the lawn thoroughly afterwards
- Wetness allows fertilizer to easily penetrate the soil
- Be sure to follow the instructions on the packaging
Water
During prolonged drought and intense heat, the green area must be additionally watered. Watering the lawn depends on the location of the property and the current weather conditions. In very strong and permanent sunlight, the irrigation water evaporates extremely quickly so that it cannot penetrate into the roots of the grass. It is not recommended to give the lawn short daily waterings. In addition, if it is very hot and there is a lot of sun, the green area must not be watered during the day, especially not during midday. The blades of grass are damaged by the evaporated water because the burning glass effect occurs during this process. Ideally, the moisture should be able to distribute well in the soil before it evaporates due to the heat. Watering sessions in the evening often promote fungal infestation because the lawn cannot dry properly overnight.
- Sunny places and slopes need more water
- Shady locations can cope with less irrigation water
- Watere preferably in the early morning hours
- Only water in the evening when it is very hot
- Water lawn only 1-2 times per week
- Do not water more often, even in summer and at high temperatures
- Water thoroughly and thoroughly
- The ideal duration is 30-45 minutes
Lawn sprinkler
Small lawns can be easily watered by hand with a hose; alternatively, a watering device with a shower is also possible. However, watering larger green areas becomes a time-consuming task. Therefore, useful lawn sprinklers are available that continue to run on their own for the desired period of time. The systems are relatively inexpensive and easy to install yourself. In this way, lawns of all sizes can be watered evenly and deeply.
- Lawn sprinklers are very helpful
- Models with a swivel function are practical
- Connect to nearby tap
- Connect to mobile hose
- Only run in the morning and evening
- Too much water evaporates during the day
- Also do not use in strong winds
Tip:
There are now also mobile lawn sprinklers that can be controlled with the help of a small computer.
Automatic lawn watering
Automatic lawn watering systems bring the gardener more convenience and independence. However, the installation is quite complex and also involves high costs. A longer absence is possible, so that the lawn doesn't dry out completely after the holiday season. In addition, automatic lawn irrigation systems are very water-saving because they only work when the ground is sufficiently dry. In addition, the systems allow even irrigation of the green area, regardless of its size.
- System works with retractable controllers
- Controllers extend for irrigation
- Are connected to the water supply via an underground pipe system
- Water flow is controlled via the associated valve
- System continuously measures the moisture in the soil
- Reacts according to the previously set settings
