Summer Lawn Care Tips for Winston-Salem, NC Homeowners

North Carolina summers can be a double-edged sword—perfect for backyard barbecues, but brutal on your lawn. Between scorching sun, spotty rain, and heavy foot traffic, your grass can quickly go from lush green to a dull, crispy brown. The good news? With the right care and a little help from Nature’s Select®, your lawn can stay vibrant all season long. Here’s how we help you with hot-weather lawn care. 

Water Smarter

When temperatures rise, the instinct is to water more often. But frequent shallow watering can harm your lawn. Instead, aim for deep, infrequent watering—about one inch per week—to encourage deeper root growth. The best time to water is early morning, before the sun’s heat evaporates the moisture.

Mow with Care

Cutting your grass too short in summer is like giving it a bad haircut—it’ll take longer to recover. Keep your mower blade sharp and adjust it to a higher setting, around 3–4 inches. Taller grass shades the soil, reduces evaporation, and keeps roots cooler in the heat.

Feed Your Lawn the Right Way

Summer isn’t the time to overdo it with fertilizers, but your lawn still needs nutrients to withstand stress. Choose a slow-release formula designed for warm-weather feeding. At Nature's Select®, we tailor lawn nutrition programs to match your yard’s unique needs, keeping your grass healthy without causing burn.

Tackle Weeds Before They Take Over

Weeds thrive in stressed lawns, so staying ahead of them is key. Spot-treat any invaders before they spread, and keep your lawn dense to naturally crowd them out. Our professional weed control services ensure your grass stays the star of the show.

Protect Against Pests and Disease

Summer heat also brings an uptick in insects and lawn diseases. Keep an eye out for thinning patches, unusual discoloration, or chewed blades. Our insect management services can help protect your entire landscape from damage before it’s too late.

Your Lawn’s Summer Survival Plan

Keeping your grass green in Winston-Salem’s summer heat doesn’t have to be an uphill battle. With smart watering, proper mowing, balanced feeding, and proactive weed and pest control, your lawn can stay lush and inviting all season long.

At Nature's Select®, we specialize in creating custom lawn care plans that work with North Carolina’s unique climate. From grub control to overseeding services to lawn disease management, we’ve got your yard covered. Request a free estimate today at (888) 786-9735 and let’s keep your lawn looking its best—no matter how high the temperatures climb.