Valentine’s Day is all about love—so why not show some affection to the greenest relationship in your life? Your lawn has been with you through thick and thin, from backyard barbecues to crisp autumn mornings. And while February might not seem like prime lawn care season, a little TLC now can set your yard up for a lush, healthy spring.
At Steven’s Wack-N-Sack, we know that caring for your lawn isn’t just about looks—it’s about long-term health. So before you focus on flowers and chocolates for your significant other, take a few moments to give your lawn the care it deserves.
1. Stop Weeds Before They Start: The Gift of Pre-Emergent Weed Control
Nobody wants weeds crashing the party when spring rolls around. That’s why February is the perfect time to apply pre-emergent herbicides. This treatment stops crabgrass, dandelions, and other nuisance weeds from taking over before they even sprout.
💡 What We Recommend:
✅ Apply pre-emergent before soil temps hit 55°F—otherwise, weeds will germinate.
✅ Pair it with light fertilization to help your lawn outcompete any sneaky weeds that get through.
✅ Need help? We offer pre-emergent applications that set your lawn up for success.
2. Give Your Lawn Some Breathing Room: Aeration & Overseeding
Ever feel suffocated in a relationship? Your lawn does too! Over time, soil becomes compacted, making it hard for water, nutrients, and air to reach the roots.
💡 How to Help:
✔️ Aeration (poking small holes in the soil) loosens compacted ground, helping roots grow deeper.
✔️ Overseeding fills in bare spots, so your grass comes back stronger in spring.
✔️ Cool-season grasses? You can overseed now for a full, thick lawn by early spring.
Aeration doesn’t have to mean punching holes all over your yard. Our SoilTech liquid aeration treatment improves soil structure without the mess—so you get all the benefits without the bare spots.
3. Water Wisely: Don’t Drown Your Lawn in Love
Winter watering is tricky—too much invites disease, too little weakens roots. Even though your grass is dormant, it still needs occasional hydration during dry spells.
💡 Winter Watering Tips:
💧 Water only when needed—if we’ve had rain, you can hold off.
💧 Water in the morning so moisture absorbs before temperatures drop at night.
💧 Avoid overwatering, which can lead to fungal diseases.
Not sure how much water your lawn needs? Give us a call and we’re happy to help!
4. Give Your Lawn a Fresh Cut (But Not Too Short!)
February is a great time to give your grass a trim before spring kicks in—just don’t go overboard. Scalping your lawn too early can stress it out.
💡 Mowing Tips:
✔️ Keep cool-season grasses around 3 inches tall.
✔️ Remove dead leaves, debris, and thatch buildup so your lawn can breathe.
✔️ Sharpen your mower blades so you’re cutting cleanly instead of tearing grass.
Need seasonal maintenance? We can handle your winter mowing and prep so your yard is picture-perfect for spring.
Show Your Lawn Love Now for a Gorgeous Spring
A little effort now makes a big difference later. By treating your lawn to some early care, you’ll be rewarded with lush, green grass when warmer weather arrives.
💚 Book your February lawn service now—because a little love today means a lush, healthy lawn tomorrow! 💚 Let Steven’s Wack-N-Sack help with pre-emergent applications, aeration, mowing, and more. Contact us today for a February lawn care checkup—because your lawn deserves a little love too!
