When we retired in 2004, and bought our home here, Jon said, "I'll never have to cut grass again!". Then in June when we got here, they had just hydro-seeded our lot!!!  So much for retirement from mowing...

 

That reminds me...September is a good time to overseed any bare spots in your lawn.  It's also time to start your lawn fertilization program.   Choose a winterizer program and spread according to recommendations on the package.  Most lawns (namely Fescue lawns) will be happy with 3 applications in the fall:   September, October, and November spaced 30 days apart.

 

If you have overseeded, allow the new grass time to grow and receive 2 - 3 cuttings before further fertilizer applications. And remember to cut when the lawn is dry. 

 

After November it's best to leave your lawn alone.  Your fall efforts should pay off in the spring.

 

Do check out the picture:  Jon has always mowed this yard in baseball cleats, well, not the first time, but he learned quickly how not to skid down the hill chased by a lawnmower.  He also wears ear protection, and gloves to prevent slippery hands.  Mr. Safety!!!  And a very good example.

 

 

HAPPY SEPTEMBER!!