All news

Summer Lawn Care Tips – June 2025

6/12/2025 1:32:42 PM

As summer heats up, it's important to care for your lawn while following the City of Heath's Stage-1 water restrictions.

Weed Control
Weeds thrive in the heat and can quickly overtake healthy turf. Spot-treat with the correct herbicide for your weed type—your local nursery can help if you bring in a sample. Always follow label instructions, especially during high temperatures.

Fertilization Schedule

• Early June – Apply a final round of grassy pre-emergent to reduce late-summer weeds like crabgrass and goosegrass.
• Late June–Early July – Use a slow-release fertilizer (3-1-2 ratio) to feed your lawn through the hotter months without overloading it.

Watering Guidelines (City of Heath Restrictions)

• Sprinkler or irrigation system use is allowed only twice per week, based on your home address.
• No watering (including hand-watering) is allowed between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
• Hand-watering with a hose, drip irrigation, or soaker hose is permitted any day outside of restricted hours.
• For best results, water deeply in the early morning (ideally between 3:00 AM and 8:00 AM) to reduce evaporation.
• Lawns typically need about 1 inch of water per session to encourage deep root growth.

Sticking to a solid summer maintenance plan—while following city guidelines—will keep your lawn healthy, green, and thriving.

For more info on watering days and local conservation rules, please visit the City of Heath Water Department website.

Heath Crossing HOA