After seeing magazines and newspapers full of ads for lawn and garden supplies, the desire becomes even stronger. After seeing magazines and newspapers full of ads for lawn and garden supplies, the desire becomes even stronger. But, before we rush out and start up the lawn mower, we need to be aware of the proper timing for the proper job in our lawn care program. You may also want to clip and save this article for future reference. If you have a lawn service, please allow them to work out the best schedule for your lawn and to make adjustments as needed.
Thatch buildup is a natural part of normal, healthy turfgrass growth.
It has very little to do with whether or not clippings are collected or returned. Intensively fertilized and frequently watered lawns with vigorous, actively growing turfgrass are particularly susceptible to a thatch problem. It reduces air, nutrient, and water movement into soils and contributes to disease problems. Thatch in excess of half an inch is considered excessive and should be removed. If thatch has accumulated to a large extent, consider removing it at two different times to avoid injury to the turf.