What to do and when, a month-by-month guide to keeping your New Orleans lawn healthy through every season.
Spring (March, May): wake-up and feed
As the lawn breaks dormancy, it's time to resume regular mowing, address weeds before they take hold, and refresh mulch in beds. Spring is also the ideal window for new sod and landscape installations.
Summer (June, August): mow high, water smart
Our brutal summers stress lawns. Mow at the taller end of the range to shade roots and hold moisture, keep blades sharp, and stay ahead of fast-growing weeds. Consistent weekly maintenance matters most now.
Fall (September, November): recover and clean up
As temperatures ease, lawns recover. It's a great time for landscape projects, drainage fixes before winter rains, and leaf cleanup as it begins.
Winter (December, February): rest and plan
Warm-season grasses go semi-dormant. Growth slows to a bi-weekly cadence, and it's the perfect time to plan hardscape, lighting, and landscape projects for spring installation.
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