Landscape Repair and Restoration

After the dog days of summer we are all scorched from the heat and lack of rain.  Most lawns are in dire need of help.  Topdressing can help by adding slow release nitrogen thru the organic compost and the sand will improve soil structure while helping the poor drainage qualities of the regions heavy clay soil.  If your lawn has been overtaken with weeds now is the time to kill them out.  Aerate and over seed once the daytime air temps level off around 70 degrees. Don't forget to fall feed the grass with a good fertilizer, something with a ratio of 4-1-2 with up to 50% in a slow release form of nitrogen. For central Virginia the best time to fertilize for the fall is from mid August thru November using 1 to 2 pounds per 1000 square feet. Fall is also the time to mulch around your trees and shrubs to protect the roots from winter freezing damage.  Enjoy the cooler temps and all the fun things that go with fall.