Let’s face it, the Ohio summer can be tough on our lawns. One week we have pouring rain, and the next we are dealing with scorching sun and high humidity. It can feel like a constant battle to keep your grass from turning into a brown, crunchy mess. Many homeowners in Central Ohio think a lush, green lawn is out of reach once July hits.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Achieving a vibrant, healthy lawn that is the envy of the neighborhood is possible, even in the peak of summer. The secret isn’t just one thing, it’s about having a smart, consistent strategy. As your local lawn care experts, Meyer’s Green Services, Inc., wants to share the professional approach we use to keep lawns looking their best all season long.

1. Mow High, Mow Sharp, Mow Often

When the heat is on, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is cutting your grass too short. It’s tempting to scalp it low so you don’t have to mow as often, however this can severely stress the overall yard.

• Mow High: Set your mower deck to one of the higher settings, aiming for a grass height of 3 to 4 inches. Taller grass blades create more shade for the soil, which keeps it cooler, reduces water evaporation, and naturally prevents weed seeds from sprouting.
• Mow Sharp: Dull mower blades don’t cut grass; they tear it. This jagged tearing creates openings for disease and causes the tips of the grass to turn brown, giving the whole lawn a dull appearance.
• Mow Often: In the summer, you should mow at least weekly. This ensures you are never removing more than one-third of the grass blade at a time, which is a golden rule for lawn health.

Our professional mowing service ensures your lawn is cut at the perfect height with consistently sharpened blades, taking the guesswork out of the most fundamental part of lawn care.

2. Water Deeply, Not Daily

Watering your lawn every day for a few minutes is one of the worst things you can do. This encourages shallow root growth, making your turf weak and highly susceptible to drought.

Instead, your lawn needs deep, infrequent watering. The goal is to deliver about one inch of water per week, including rainfall. Water early in the morning, no later than 7 am. This minimizes evaporation from the sun and wind and allows the grass blades to dry off during the day, reducing the risk of fungal diseases.

3. Feed Your Lawn the Right Summer Diet

Just like us, your lawn has different nutritional needs depending on the season. Pushing heavy nitrogen fertilizer in the middle of summer can promote weak growth that can’t handle the heat, and that is why Meyer’s Landscape Services ensure we treat your property with the right blend, no matter what the condition is.

4. Get Ahead of Grubs and Weeds

Are you seeing mysterious brown patches that don’t green up no matter how much you water? You could have a grub problem. Grubs are the larvae of beetles, and they feast on the root systems of your grass, destroying the lawn from below.

Summer is the critical time for grub control. A preventative application in early summer is the most effective way to protect your investment. Waiting until you see the damage in late summer is often too late.

The same goes for weeds. Our comprehensive program includes perfectly timed pre-emergent and post-emergent applications to tackle invaders like crabgrass and dandelions before they take over.

5. Plan Ahead for a Stronger Future

While you might not think about it during a heatwave, summer is the perfect time to plan for fall. Autumn is the single most important season for lawn recovery and rejuvenation. Services like core aeration and overseeding are game-changers.

• Core Aeration: This process pulls small plugs of soil from your lawn to relieve compaction. It allows water, oxygen, and nutrients to reach the root zone, which is critical for building a resilient lawn that can withstand next year’s summer stress.
• Overseeding: After aeration is the ideal time to introduce new seed to thicken up thin areas and improve the overall density of your turf.

Booking these services in the summer ensures you get on the schedule for the optimal fall window.

The Meyer’s Landscape Services Difference

You can spend your summer weekends trying to manage all these tasks yourself, or you can leave it to the professionals and simply enjoy the results. Our team at Meyer’s Landscaping Services provides comprehensive lawn care programs tailored to the specific needs of your property in Powell, Lewis Center, Dublin, Worthington, and the surrounding areas.

We don’t just mow grass. We manage the health of your entire lawn ecosystem, from the soil up. A beautiful lawn doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of consistent, knowledgeable care.

Ready to get your weekends back and have the best-looking lawn on the block?

Give Meyer’s Landscape Services a call today for a FREE, no-obligation quote on our lawn care programs!