Are you starting to plan your post-winter lawn care? After a cold and snowy Ottawa season, your grass might need some serious TLC to get back to normal. Between freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow, and ice buildup, spring often reveals brown patches, matted grass, and stubborn snow mould. Here’s the good news: with the right approach and a little patience, your lawn can bounce back beautifully. Keep reading to learn more—including how NeighborScape can help!
Step 1: Be Patient
While you might be anxious to kickstart your spring landscaping projects as soon as the snow melts, it pays to be patient. Here’s our recommendation: wait until the ground completely firms up before getting to work. In fact, many locals recommend waiting to rake and mow until May. This delayed start allows some extra time for your lawn and soil to dry out completely and ensure that your soil is not compacted.
Step 2: Thatch, Survey Damage, and Address Any Thin Patches
Once nighttime temperatures consistently stay above freezing and you see green grass growth, it’s time to assess the damage. Gently rake matted areas to lift dead grass and improve airflow. Focus on removing heavy thatch and debris that blocks sunlight, but keep it gentle so you don’t disturb new growth.
While you are at it, keep an eye out for any brown patches or thin and damaged areas. You can tackle overseeding yourself (choose quality grass seed, lightly rake bare areas, spread seed evenly, and keep the top few inches moist for germination), or you can bring in the pros for a faster, more professional result.
Step 3: Get Help When You Need It
Don’t want to handle the post-winter refresh yourself? We don’t blame you–taking care of your lawn can be a lot of work. That’s why hundreds of Ottawa residents are turning to lawn care companies. When you partner with a local landscaping contractor, you can enjoy perfectly timed mowing, maintenance, and more. So whether you are a busy professional reclaiming your weekend or a retiree looking to take it easy, professional lawn maintenance services are always a good idea!
Lawn Maintenance and Repair in Ottawa
Looking for a residential landscaping team that helps get your lawn looking fresh? We’ve got you covered! NeighborScape offers comprehensive lawn maintenance and repair services designed to keep your lawn looking picture perfect:
- Lawn Repair: Winter damage left your yard looking flat and lifeless? Our lawn repair specialists handle everything from fertilization to aeration.
- Seasonal Yard Cleanups: In addition to our spring services, we offer fall service to ensure your lawn is ready for winter.
- New Lawn Services: Lush, healthy lawns start from the root! We install high-quality grass sod to establish stunning, new lawns.
- Ongoing Lawn Maintenance: We offer weekly mowing and trimming services, bi-weekly care, holiday service, and more. Simply choose the option that suits your schedule, and we’ll take care of the rest!
Ready to stop doing yard work and start enjoying your yard? Explore our softscaping & lawn repair services and lawn maintenance packages today.
