Spring Lawn Care: A Schedule of What to Do & Which Grass Treatments to Use
What Should I Do for My Lawn in Spring?
We all appreciate having choices in life, whether it’s in how we live, dress, eat, or most importantly, how we think. Jonathan Green offers a variety of high quality lawn products so that you get to choose something that serves your needs. This is part one of our Annual Lawn Care Program, which will guide you through the best practices and products for each season. When it comes to spring lawn care, there are a few key considerations:
• Crabgrass Prevention – Apply crabgrass control at the right time to maximize effectiveness.
• Soil pH Testing & Adjustment – Ensure the pH is between 6.2 and 6.9; adjust with Mag-I-Cal Plus for acidic or alkaline soils.
• Lawn Aeration – Aerating your lawn in spring helps loosen compacted soil and encourages root growth.
• Seeding & Sodding – Choose Veri-Green Lawn Food for Seeding and Sodding if you plan to establish new grass.
• Fertilization – Use a nutrient-rich lawn food to promote thick, green growth and crowd out weeds.
• Weed Prevention – Consider both chemical and organic options for preventing broadleaf and grassy weeds.
Grass Treatment in Spring
When planning your spring lawn maintenance, proper timing and product selection are key. Crabgrass prevention is an important step, but applying it too early can reduce its effectiveness in peak summer months. For most temperate regions, it’s generally not ideal to apply crabgrass control during April or March. Crabgrass controls typically last for about three months after application, meaning that products applied in early March would lose effectiveness by early June. This leaves your lawn vulnerable to crabgrass during the hottest and most humid months of the year, like June, July, and August.
Aerating your lawn in spring is another essential task, particularly for compacted soil. Aeration helps improve drainage, oxygen flow, and nutrient absorption. For lawns suffering from poor soil conditions, our Mag-I-Cal Plus line is a great solution to balance pH and enhance microbial activity, making the soil more hospitable for grass growth.
For weed prevention, the Corn Gluten Weed Preventer plus Lawn Food is an excellent organic option that prevents crabgrass and dandelions while providing essential nutrients. Applying it in early spring ensures long-term weed suppression without harming existing grass.
How to Rejuvenate Your Lawn in Spring
Healthy, green grass starts with the right spring lawn care schedule. If you used Jonathan Green Veri-Green Lawn Food, a quick-greening formula with iron to boost greening in the beginning of spring, you will have the option to seed areas of the lawn that may need extra care. This product not only helps green up your lawn fast, but also encourages thick growth, helping to crowd out weeds. Alternatively, if you plan to seed your lawn in the early spring, you could opt for Jonathan Green Veri-Green Lawn Food for Seeding and Sodding. This version is enriched with phosphorus and potash, two essential nutrients for young grass plants.
No matter the approach you choose, be sure to check your soil’s pH. It should ideally fall between 6.2 and 6.9, with 7 being neutral. If the pH is 6.5 or lower, apply Jonathan Green Mag-I-Cal Plus for Lawns in Acidic Soil. It contains highly soluble calcium, providing as much pH-adjusting power as 10 bags of regular lime. This product makes soil healthier, more porous, and better at recycling organic matter, returning vital nutrients to the root zone.
Natural Lawn Care for Spring
For those looking for a more eco-friendly approach to spring lawn maintenance, Jonathan Green offers several solutions. Our Corn Gluten Weed Preventer plus Lawn Food prevents crabgrass, dandelions, and over 25 other weeds. It also provides organic nourishment to the lawn with a 10-0-2 formula that is safe for children and pets. This product should be applied early in the spring. While it won’t control existing weeds, it effectively prevents the germination of new weed seeds over time.
If your soil’s pH is above 7, consider applying Jonathan Green Mag-I-Cal Plus for Lawns in Alkaline Soil. This product contains sulfur to help loosen compacted soil and lower the pH. It also provides calcium carbonate and humates, which are essential for healthy grass growth and stimulate microbial activity in the soil.
Your Lawn Care from Spring on
Spring is a crucial time to set your lawn up for success. By following our spring lawn care schedule, applying the right grass treatments, and considering organic options, you can create a healthier, greener lawn that thrives throughout the year. Whether you’re preventing crabgrass, aerating your soil, or rejuvenating your lawn with nutrient-rich fertilizers, Jonathan Green offers a range of solutions to meet your needs.
We will be posting separate articles breaking down our annual lawn care guide by summer, fall, and winter. Stay tuned!
