Winterizer Fertilizer: A Healthier Spring Lawn Starts This Fall
With Minnesota’s unseasonably warm fall, your lawn might not be quite ready to call it quits for the season. And while you might be ready to put the mower away, there’s one more lawn care step worth knowing about: winterizer fertilizer. What Is a Winterizer Application? Winterizer is a late-season fertilizer application that helps cool-season […]
Build a Better Lawn with Fall Aeration & Overseeding
After a scorching hot summer with lots of outdoor activities, your lawn may be looking a little thin, compacted or worn out. If you’re worried that this past summer destroyed your lawn for good, the good news is that fall is one of the best times to help it recover. For Minnesota lawns, aeration and […]
When Is the Best Time to Aerate and Overseed a Lawn in Minnesota?
If your Minnesota lawn is looking thin, compacted, patchy, or simply not as healthy as you’d like, aeration and overseeding can give it a much-needed boost. But when you do it matters. For Minnesota lawns, late summer through early fall is typically the best time to aerate and overseed, making August and September an ideal […]
Fall Lawn Care Tips: Leaf Removal, Winterizing, and Turf Health
When the leaves start falling, it’s easy to think of them as just another part of autumn’s charm. But while those colorful leaves are fun to play in and look pretty for a while, letting them pile up on your lawn can actually cause some serious problems. Northern Roots Lawn Care knows that proper fall […]
How to Winterize Your Sprinkler System Before the Freeze
As the weather cools down and the first frost approaches, it’s time to start preparing your yard for winter. One of the most important steps you can take is winterizing your sprinkler system. A proper sprinkler blowout protects your irrigation lines from freezing, cracking, or bursting, saving you from costly repairs come spring. At Northern […]
Why Fall Is the Best Time to Fertilize Your Lawn
When most people think of lawn care, they picture spring. But here in Minnesota, fall is actually the best time to fertilize your lawn – especially if you want a green, healthy yard that thrives next spring. Northern Roots Lawn Care knows the secret to a great lawn isn’t just mowing and watering, it’s feeding […]
Keep Your Lawn Green in the Late-Summer Heat
Essential Lawn Care Tips from Northern Roots Lawn Care The end of summer in Minnesota brings heat, sun, and, despite the humidity, the occasional dry spells. And boy, does your lawn feel it! Without the right care, even the healthiest grass can start to turn brown, dry out, or even go dormant. But with a […]