Why DIY Lawn Care Fails: 5 Mistakes Homeowners Make
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Many homeowners try to take care of their own lawns but end up frustrated when their grass turns brown, patchy, or full of weeds. DIY lawn care may seem easy, but small mistakes can cause big problems. Here are the top five mistakes homeowners make and how to fix them to get a lush, green lawn.
1. Cutting Grass Too Short
One of the biggest mistakes homeowners make is mowing their grass too short. This weakens the lawn and allows weeds to take over.
Keep your grass at 3-4 inches tall to protect the roots.
Cutting it too short makes it dry out quickly and invites weeds.
Sharpen your mower blades so the grass gets a clean cut.
2. Watering the Wrong Way
Too much or too little water can cause serious lawn problems.
Water deeply but less often (about 1-1.5 inches per week).
Watering in the early morning helps prevent disease.
Avoid watering at night—this can lead to fungus and weak grass.
3. Using the Wrong Fertilizer
Fertilizer gives your lawn the nutrients it needs, but using the wrong kind or applying too much can cause damage.
Use a slow-release fertilizer that feeds your lawn over time.
Avoid over-fertilizing, which can burn the grass and encourage weeds.
Apply fertilizer at the right time—spring and fall are the best seasons.
4. Ignoring Weeds Until It’s Too Late
Weeds spread quickly, and once they take over, they’re hard to remove.
Use a pre-emergent herbicide in early spring to stop weeds before they grow.
Pull weeds as soon as you see them to prevent spreading.
Keep your lawn thick and healthy to crowd out weeds naturally.
5. Skipping Aeration and Overseeding
Lawn aeration and overseeding help grass grow strong and thick, but many homeowners skip these steps.
Aeration loosens compacted soil so water and nutrients can reach the roots.
Overseeding fills in bare spots and makes your lawn thicker and healthier.
Do these in early fall or spring for the best results.
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