August Heat Means Brown Lawns In Kentucky

If your North Central Kentucky lawn looks brown, burnt and dry in this August heat you’re not alone.  Seeing your healthy, lush spring lawn turn dusty and crisp can be alarming, but with the right care your grass can survive this relentless summer heat.  For many homeowners in Brandenburg, Vine Grove, Radcliff and Elizabethtown, the question of how can I keep my lawn from turning brown becomes a frequent concern as temperatures continue to climb with no rain in the forecast.  Seasonal heat stress can certainly take a toll on the beauty of your lawn, but we promise hope is not lost.

Most residential lawns in Kentucky consist of Tall Fescue or Kentucky Bluegrass grasses, which thrive when temperatures stay between 60 and 75 degrees. Once the heat consistently hits the 80s and 90s in July and August these grasses are the first to turn unsightly brown.  Summer weeds and grasses such as Bermudagrass, dallisgrass, nutsedge, and crabgrass stay green in the heat of summer.  Keep in mind that brown doesn’t necessarily mean dead.

Mowing height is the single most important factor which is within your control. Most homeowners prefer the look of a short, perfectly striped lawn, but cutting your grass too low in hot, humid months of summer could have adverse effects. Taller grass blades retain moisture allowing your lawn and the grass roots to stay hydrated longer.

At Lancaster Lawn & Landscaping, LLC, we understand the challenges of maintaining a healthy lawn in the brutal Kentucky heat waves. We have been serving homeowners throughout Brandenburg, Vine Grove, Radcliff and Elizabethtown since 2005.  Our number one focus is customer satisfaction along with building and maintaining long-term customer relationships.   Our team of experts can provide the guidance and meticulous care needed to transform a heat-stressed yard back into a healthy, lush, vibrant, green lawn that you desire.  Contact us today to find out how we can turn your lawn into the envy of your neighborhood.