Florida Lawn Care: Summer Survival Guide for a Lush Lawn

Florida summers stress lawns with heat, pests, and watering restrictions. Follow these tips to keep your grass healthy.

Key Summer Practices

• Watch for chinch bugs in St. Augustine grass—spreading brown patches signal infestation.
• Follow watering regulations. Set timers correctly; shut off during rainy periods.
• Scout for sod webworms and armyworms in August—look for closely cropped grass blades.
• Water in the morning to reduce fungal disease risk.
• Mow properly: never remove more than ⅓ of the blade height; mow tall first, then lower a few days later if needed.

Professional Lawn Services Add Value

Licensed lawn care companies apply pre‑ and post‑emergent herbicides, insecticides, and design efficient irrigation systems. They spot early pest signs (like chinch bugs) that homeowners miss.