By Xtreme Mowing and Gardening When the cold sets in, it’s tempting to forget about your lawn until spring. But winter is actually the perfect time to prepare your yard for a lush, green comeback. With a little attention and the right care, your lawn can survive the cold and come back even better when the warmer months return. Here are our Top 5 Winter Lawn Care Tips to keep your yard in top shape:

1. Don’t Stop Mowing – Just Mow Smarter While your grass may not grow as fast in winter, it still needs the occasional cut. Set your mower blades higher to avoid cutting too low—this helps protect your lawn from frost damage and encourages stronger root development.

✅ Xtreme Tip: Only mow when the grass is dry to avoid damaging the lawn and creating ruts in soft soil.

2. Keep on Top of Weeds Winter weeds can quickly take over if left unchecked. Getting on top of them early can save you a lot of effort come spring. Hand-pulling or using a selective herbicide (suitable for winter use) is a good strategy.

✅ Xtreme Tip: A clean lawn in winter sets the foundation for a weed-free spring.

3. Clear the Debris Fallen leaves, branches, and other debris can suffocate your grass and encourage fungus. Rake your lawn regularly to keep it clear and allow sunlight to reach the soil.

✅ Xtreme Tip: Mulch leaves lightly if possible—this returns nutrients to your soil without smothering your lawn.

4. Aerate for Better Drainage Compacted soil can worsen in winter with rainfall and foot traffic. Aerating helps oxygen, nutrients, and water reach the roots more effectively.

✅ Xtreme Tip: Even a simple garden fork can be used to aerate small areas if you don’t have a machine.

5. Fertilise with Care Winter fertilising (with a slow-release, low-nitrogen formula) helps strengthen roots and prepare your grass for growth in spring. Avoid high-nitrogen feeds—they promote top growth, which isn’t ideal in colder weather.

✅ Xtreme Tip: A well-fed lawn is more resistant to winter stress and disease.

Need Help? Call the Experts. Winter is a great time to get your lawn and garden in shape for the seasons ahead. Whether it’s mowing, weeding, or a full garden makeover, Xtreme Mowing and Gardening has you covered.

Call Xavier now for your FREE quote and expert advice on keeping your garden at its best all year round!