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How Lawn Care Pros Make Seasonal Income Last All Year Long

As the summer winds down and grass growth begins to slow, lawn care pros are starting to crunch their numbers to plan what the off-season is going to look like.

With lawn care season entering its final stretch in some regions and Labor Day around the corner, LawnStarter looked at How...


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LawnStarter’s Fall Lawn Care Checklist
Key Takeaways• Fall is the most important season for cool-season grass care, as tasks like aeration, overseeding, and fertilizing done now directly determine how well your lawn performs in spring.
• Every fall task should be timed to your grass type, meaning cool-season grasses need fall fertilizing and overseeding while wa...

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Should You Put Straw Over Grass Seed?
Key Takeaways• Straw is one of the most effective and affordable mulches for new grass seed because it retains moisture, prevents erosion, and deters birds.
• Apply about 1 bale of straw per 1,000 square feet, spread thin enough that you can still see some seeds through the layer.
• Always use straw, n...

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How Often to Water Grass Seed
Key Takeaways• Water new grass seed 2 to 4 times daily for 5 to 10 minutes until seeds germinate, keeping the top 1.5 inches of soil consistently moist.
• After germination, gradually reduce watering frequency and increase session length to encourage deep root growth.
• Soil type, weather, sun exposure, and law...

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How to Prevent the Neighbor’s Dog from Pooping in Your Yard
Key Takeaways• To stop a neighbor’s dog from pooping in your yard, combine physical deterrents like barriers and motion-activated sprinklers with smell-based repellents.
• If deterrents fail, talking to your neighbor directly is the recommended first step before pursuing legal options.
• Dog feces can ...

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