As the vibrant greens of summer give way to the rich colors of fall, your lawn is quietly preparing for the colder months ahead. Fall is often overlooked when it comes to lawn care, but it’s actually one of the most important times of year to set your grass up for long-term health. From mowing and watering to irrigation winterization and routine maintenance, there are several key steps homeowners should take now.
Here’s a helpful fall lawn care tips to guide you through the season.
Keep Up with Fall Mowing
Many homeowners make the mistake of putting the mower away too early. In reality, your grass keeps growing until the first hard frost. Keep mowing regularly, and gradually lower your mower blade toward the end of the season. The ideal height in fall is around 2.5–3 inches. This prevents grass from matting under snow while still providing enough blade length to protect roots.
Tip: Don’t scalp your lawn—cutting too short can stress the turf and make it vulnerable to weeds and disease.
Routine Maintenance for Lawn Equipment
Fall is also a great time to give your mower and lawn tools some attention. After a season of heavy use, blades may be dull, oil may need changing, and filters might need replacing. Taking care of these tasks now ensures your equipment is ready to go when spring arrives.
Checklist for mower maintenance:
- Sharpen or replace mower blades
- Change the oil and air filter
- Clean the deck and remove grass buildup
- Add fuel stabilizer to prevent issues over winter storage
Don’t Forget Watering
It’s easy to assume your lawn no longer needs much water once temperatures cool, but grass roots are still actively growing in the fall. If rainfall is lacking, aim for about one inch of water per week. This moisture helps roots grow deeper and store energy for winter dormancy.
Tip: Water in the morning to reduce evaporation and minimize the risk of fungal diseases.
Winterizing Your Irrigation System
If you have a sprinkler system, fall is the time to winterize it. Failing to do so can leave water trapped in the pipes, which may freeze and cause costly damage. A professional blow-out service ensures your irrigation lines are cleared of water and ready for winter.
This step may seem minor, but it can save you a lot of money and frustration come spring.
Schedule a Winterizer Treatment
One of the most effective things you can do for your lawn in the fall is apply a winterizer treatment. Unlike standard fertilizer, winterizers are designed to strengthen roots and store nutrients for the months ahead. While the grass blades stop growing in late fall, the root system remains active—absorbing nutrients and energy that will help your lawn green up faster in spring.
Brooklawn Services uses a specially formulated winterizer treatment to provide your turf with the nitrogen and other nutrients it needs to withstand cold, stress, and disease. This step is essential for building resilience and setting your lawn up for success in the new year.
Bonus Tip: Keep Leaves Under Control
A thick blanket of leaves may look picturesque, but it can smother your lawn and invite mold or disease. Make raking or mulching leaves part of your fall routine. Mulched leaves can even be recycled back into the soil as organic matter.
Fall Lawn Care Help
Think of fall lawn care as an investment—every step you take now pays dividends in spring. By keeping up with mowing and watering, winterizing your irrigation system, performing mower maintenance, and applying a professional winterizer treatment, you’ll help ensure your grass not only survives winter but thrives when warm weather returns.
At Brooklawn Services, we know fall is the season that makes or breaks a lawn. Our professional winterizer treatments, irrigation services, and year-round care programs are designed to keep Indiana lawns strong and healthy.
Call Brooklawn today at 888-794-9555 to schedule your fall lawn services and give your grass the best chance at success this spring!
