Step 1 — Wait for the Weather to Warm Up

Before touching the mower, shears, or anything with a motor:

• Wait for air and soil temps to consistently hit 5°C
• You’ll feel it in the air before the soil catches up
• Soil usually needs about two weeks to warm up
• Because this is Canada, timing can be… unpredictable
• But mid–late April is usually when things finally get moving

Why wait?

• Mowing too early = stressed, cranky grass
• Cold soil = slow growth and a rough start
• Grass and its roots need some time to wake up or “activate” after being dormant all winter
• Warmer soil temperatures allow for microbial activity to kickstart root development and promote growth

Step 2 — Light Spring Cleanup

Once temperatures are ideal and your lawn is dry (not muddy or saturated):

• Do a gentle rake to remove leaves, twigs, and winter debris
• Fluff up any matted areas
• Let the spring sun hit the turf and kickstart that much-needed photosynthesis
• Avoid heavy raking — we want to wake the lawn, not punish it

Step 3 — Quick Lawn Check

Look for:

• Thin or bare patches
• Compaction (soil squeezed tight, reducing airflow, drainage, and root growth)
• Snow mold (those crusty, matted circles that refuse to perk up)

Snow mold basics:

• Caused by long‑lasting snow cover and/or cold, wet conditions
• Looks like matted, crusty patches, while the rest of the lawn is starting to show some vigor
• Best treatment = sunlight + airflow
• With the steps above, it usually recovers on its own in 2-4 weeks

Step 4 — First Mow of the Season

Spring is not the time to cut your grass too short — root development and strengthening will just be kicking in.

Before you fire up the mower:

• Make sure blades are sharp and free from any caked-on thatch or trimmings from the previous season
• Dull and rusty blades tear grass → yellow tips → sad lawn
• Keep the first cut light, just a little trim off the top

A friendly reminder that we only suggest cutting your grass shorter than 2.5 inches: 

• Before overseeding (to help seed-to-soil contact)
• For the last mow of the season (to prevent winter matting)

Step 5 — Admire Your Work

• You’ve just given your lawn the best start to the growing season
• Take a breath, enjoy the smell of spring in the air, and revel in that early‑season victory
• And if you ever want to talk grass, ask questions, or brag about your lawn… we’re just one call away!

Need help with your lawn?

At Eagleyard, we know lawn care can be hard to fit into a busy schedule. That’s why we offer a range of customized lawn care packages to suit your needs!

With every plan, you’ll receive regular visits from experienced professionals dedicated to keeping your lawn healthy and thriving. Our services include weed control, pest control, aeration and more — everything your lawn needs to look its best.

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Here’s to a green spring ahead!