Take a screwdriver and drive it into the lawn. It sounds strange, but it will keep it from turning yellow.

A green, perfectly trimmed and lush lawn is the calling card of every home and the pride of the gardener. Unfortunately, in the summer, when temperatures outside reach record heights and the sun is merciless, it is easy to make it turn yellow and bald spots appear. How to prevent this?

How often should you mow your lawn in the summer? Keep an eye on the height

Many people make mistakes in lawn care in the summer. This includes mowing. Contrary to appearances, you should not neglect this obligation even on hot days, but you should remember to follow a few rules. First of all, leave the blades a little longer than usual and keep them this high throughout the heat. It is best for them to be 3 to 4 cm. This will make them cope better in the heat and maintain the appropriate moisture, even if you mow them once a week.

How to care for your lawn in hot weather? Before you water, check

The second important step in lawn care is proper . Both over-drying and over-watering can be disastrous.. So before you grab the watering can, do a simple test that will reveal whether it’s the right time to water. Take a screwdriver and stick it into the turf.

• If it goes in smoothly to a depth of more than 15 cm, you can refrain from watering as the soil is moist enough.
• If it stops shallow, it’s time to water. The screwdriver will have trouble breaking through dry, cracked soil.

How to care for your lawn in hot weather? Before you water, check How to care for your lawn in hot weather? Before you water, check. Photo: Private archive

When Not to Water Your Grass? Time Matters

When watering is necessary, remember not to do it during the day when the sun is high in the sky. This will be useless, because the water will evaporate quickly due to the high temperature. The best time to do this is early morning or evening. In summer, this rule should be applied to all plants in . If you’d like, please vote in our poll below.