How To Help Your Lawn In Extreme Heat & Drought Conditions
Expert advice from Weed Control NWA, your local lawn care and weed control team in Northwest Arkansas.
A Note From Our Team
Our technicians are out on lawns across Northwest Arkansas every day, and this summer we are seeing the same thing on property after property: lawns that are very dry and stressed from the heat. Here is what is happening and what you can do about it.
What's Happening To Your Lawn Right Now
Lawn Dormancy
Lawns are going into what's called dormancy due to the extreme heat and the lack of rain we've seen this year so far.
No Need To Panic
We believe the lawns will spring back as soon as we get rain and the cooler nights that come with the August month.
Extreme Heat Impact
The combination of high temperatures and low rainfall is the primary cause of stress and dormancy in lawns this season.
Our Top Recommendation: Aeration & Overseed
We would absolutely recommend aeration and overseeding, especially this year. Although it is a great practice to do every year, it is especially important this year to help mitigate any damage we see due to dormancy and the extreme heat.
Reduces Heat Damage
Aeration loosens compacted soil and helps your lawn recover from drought stress more effectively.
Promotes New Growth
Overseeding fills in thin or bare areas caused by dormancy, giving your lawn a fresh, healthy start.
A Yearly Best Practice
Even in normal years, aeration and overseed is one of the best things you can do to maintain a thick, lush lawn.
Let Us Help Your Lawn This Season
If we can help you with aeration and overseeding, our lawn care program, or weed control, please give us a call. Until then, do your best to stay cool and we will see you soon!
