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Asked April 26, 2023, 1:52 PM EDT

Ingram county resident What are the basic steps for taking care of my lawn now and throughout the year in addition to cutting the lawn.

Ingham County Michigan

Expert Response

Hello,

Check out: Home Lawns - Welcome to Michigan State University’s website featuring our news, recommendations, and resources for home lawns. There are a lot! At this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/home_gardening/lawns/


Here are a few of the important resources:

Summer Lawn Care - July 12, 2021 - Author: Bob Bricault & MSU Extension Educator at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/summer-lawn-care

Low maintenance lawns in the Midwest - May 12, 2016 - Author: Bob Bricault at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/low_maintenance_lawns_in_the_midwest

Mow high for weed and grub control - May 10, 2016 - Author: Dave Smitley at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/mow_high_for_weed_and_grub_control

Smart watering for lawns: Don’t let the lawn squeeze you dry - May 10, 2016 - Author: Gretchen Voyle at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/smart_watering_for_lawns_dont_let_the_lawn_squeeze_you_dry

Fertilizer basics for the smart gardener - Rebecca Finneran, Michigan State University Extension - January 15, 2020 - Fertilizers can be applied to enhance growth in plants that exhibit a deficiency or require higher nutrient levels for success. At this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/fertilizer_basics_for_the_smart_gardener

I hope this helps!!
An Ask Extension Expert Replied April 26, 2023, 7:58 PM EDT

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