April Lawn Care Checklist: 7 Essential Tasks to Kickstart a Healthy Yard

Spring has officially sprung in Huntersville—and with warmer days ahead, it’s go-time for your lawn! If you want thick, green grass and a yard that thrives all season long, early spring prep is absolutely key.

Whether you're a DIY lawn warrior or looking for a helping hand, this April lawn care checklist will get your yard off to a strong start—and keep it looking fantastic.

1. Clear Away Winter Debris

Before you do anything else, start by raking up leaves, sticks, and dead grass left behind from winter.

• This improves air circulation
• Helps prevent mold and fungus
• Preps your lawn for the first mow

✅ Tip: Use a leaf blower or dethatching rake for best results.

2. Get That First Mow Right

Your grass is waking up! Time your first mow when your lawn reaches about 3 inches tall. Keep it trimmed, but don’t scalp it.

• Set mower height to about 2.5–3 inches
• Make sure your mower blades are sharp
• Mow dry grass to avoid clumping

✅ Pro Tip: Alternate mowing patterns each time to prevent ruts.

3. Schedule Aeration & Overseeding

April is prime time to aerate and seed your lawn. Aeration helps relieve soil compaction and allows nutrients, water, and air to reach the root zone. Overseeding fills in bare or patchy spots.

➡️ LTP Property Maintenance offers professional aeration and seeding services to get the most out of your spring lawn!

4. Apply Fertilizer

Give your grass a boost with a balanced spring fertilizer. Look for a slow-release option that includes nitrogen for growth and potassium for strength.

✅ Time this after aeration for max absorption.

5. Stop Weeds Before They Start

Weeds like crabgrass love to pop up in early spring. The best defense is applying a pre-emergent weed control treatment before soil temps hit 55°F consistently.

🌿 Don't forget: LTP includes pre-emergent as part of our seasonal lawn plans!

6. Inspect Your Irrigation System

If you have an irrigation system, now's the time to:

• Test your zones
• Check for leaks or broken heads
• Adjust schedules for spring watering

✅ Water deeply but infrequently for stronger root growth.

7. Freshen Up Flower Beds with Mulch

Add a layer of mulch to your beds to:

• Retain moisture
• Prevent weeds
• Give your yard a clean, finished look

🌸 Bonus points if you edge your beds too—it makes everything pop!

Let LTP Help You Knock Out Your Spring To-Do List

Feeling overwhelmed by lawn chores already? Let us help you out! At LTP Property Maintenance, we specialize in spring lawn services across Huntersville and nearby areas.

 ✔️ Aeration & Overseeding
✔️ Fertilization & Weed Control
✔️ Weekly Mowing
✔️ Mulching & Bed Maintenance

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