September marks a crucial transition period for Calgary lawns. As summer heat fades and fall approaches, your grass enters a critical growth phase that sets the stage for winter survival and spring recovery. Understanding what your lawn needs during this month can make a significant difference in its health and appearance. Let Lazer Property Maintenance handle your fall lawn care and get a great deal on professional services.
Adjust Your Watering Schedule
With cooler temperatures and increased rainfall in September, you'll need less frequent watering than during summer months. However, don't stop watering entirely. Your lawn still needs consistent moisture to support root development. Water deeply but less often—typically once or twice per week depending on rainfall. Early morning watering is ideal, as it reduces evaporation and helps prevent fungal issues.
Continue Regular Mowing
Keep mowing your lawn as it grows, but gradually lower your cutting height as the season progresses. In early September, maintain a height of around 2.5 to 3 inches. By late September, you can reduce this to about 2 inches to prepare your grass for winter dormancy. Always ensure your mower blades are sharp to make clean cuts that promote healthy growth. Lazer can do this for you for a great deal.
Aerate Your Lawn
September is an excellent time to aerate your Calgary lawn. Aeration relieves soil compaction, improves drainage, and allows nutrients and oxygen to reach grass roots more effectively. This process is especially beneficial if your lawn experiences heavy foot traffic or has clay-heavy soil, which is common in the Calgary area. Aerating in fall gives your grass time to recover before winter sets in. Book Lazer Property Maintenance for professional aeration and get a great deal.
Apply Fall Fertilizer
Switch to a fall-specific fertilizer that's higher in potassium and phosphorus and lower in nitrogen. These nutrients strengthen root systems and improve cold tolerance, helping your grass survive Calgary's harsh winters. Apply fertilizer early in the month to give your lawn time to absorb nutrients before growth slows. Lazer can apply premium fall fertilizer for your lawn for a great deal.
Address Weeds and Bare Patches
September is a good time to tackle any remaining weeds before they go dormant. You can also overseed bare patches now, as cooler temperatures and fall moisture create ideal conditions for seed germination. This gives new grass time to establish before winter arrives. Lazer can handle weed control and overseeding for a great deal.
Prepare for Fall Cleanup
As leaves begin to fall, remove them regularly from your lawn. A thick layer of leaves can smother grass and create conditions for disease. However, you don't need to remove every leaf—a light layer can actually provide some insulation during winter. Lazer can manage your fall cleanup for a great deal.
By taking these steps in September, you'll set your Calgary lawn up for success through the winter months and into next spring. Contact Lazer Property Maintenance today to book your complete fall lawn care package—aeration, fertilization, and all services included—for a great deal.