5 Essential Summer Lawn Care Tips to Keep Your Grass Green and Healthy
Vane. M - 2025/06/24
A lush, green lawn is every homeowner's dream, especially in the summer months when outdoor spaces are in full use. But high temperatures, dry weather, and increased foot traffic can all take a toll on your lawn's health.
If your grass is turning brown, thinning out, or drying up, you're not alone. The good news? With the right summer lawn care tips, you can maintain a healthy, green lawn all season long. Here are five expert-backed strategies to help you keep your lawn green, resilient, and thriving through the hottest months of the year.
Water Early in the Morning
The best time to water your lawn in summer is between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Early morning watering gives your soil time to absorb the moisture before the sun gets too intense and causes rapid evaporation. It also helps your grass dry out during the day, reducing the risk of fungal disease.
Avoid watering in the evening, as moisture can sit overnight and create the perfect conditions for lawn fungus.
Water Deeply, Not Daily
Light daily watering does more harm than good. Instead, water deeply 2 to 3 times a week to encourage deep root growth, which boosts drought resistance. Aim for 1-1.5 inches (2.5cm-4cm) of water per week, including rainfall. Use a rain gauge or a simple tuna can to measure output. Deeper roots make your lawn stronger and more heat-tolerant.
Mow Higher in Summer
Raising your mowing height during hot weather helps grass shade the soil, hold moisture, and resist heat and weeds. A height of 2-3 inches suits most lawns. With the RoboUP App, you can easily set the mowing height and schedule, then let our robot mower handle the rest, so you can enjoy a cooler, stress-free summer.
Fertilize to Strengthen Your Lawn
As the season progresses, your lawn may begin to use up nutrients from your spring feeding. Applying a summer lawn fertilizer every 6 to 8 weeks helps replenish key nutrients and keeps your grass thick and green.
Choose a balanced fertilizer with nitrogen and potassium to support growth, strengthen roots, and improve resistance to heat and drought. Always water after fertilizing to help nutrients reach the roots and prevent burning.
Control Summer Weeds Before They Spread
Summer weeds like crabgrass and dandelions thrive in stressed, underfed lawns. To keep your lawn weed-free and maintain your healthy lawn, you have to:
Hand-pull weeds early, before they flower and spread seeds.
Spot-treat problem areas with a lawn-safe selective herbicide.
Keep your lawn dense and well-fed as thick grass prevents weed seeds from taking root.
With consistent care, smart watering, and proper mowing, your lawn can stay lush and vibrant, even during the hottest days of summer.
Worried you might miss timely lawn care tips? Don't worry. At RoboUP, we've got you covered. From eco-friendly robot lawn mowers that reduce emissions and water usage to expert advice tailored for every season, we offer everything you need to keep your garden green and healthy, the sustainable way.
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