A lush, healthy lawn doesn’t happen by chance. It’s the result of consistent care through every season. Professional lawn care works best when your yard is prepped and timed for each stage of growth.
Understanding how spring and fall impact your soil, grass, and weeds helps you get the most from your investment in expert lawn care across Virginia and North Carolina.
Why Both Seasons Matter
In the Mid-Atlantic, lawns live through dramatic shifts: cold, compacted soil in late winter, humid summer heat, and crisp fall days that set the stage for next year’s growth.
Spring and fall are the bookends of a healthy turf program.
In spring, the soil begins to warm and grass blades push out of dormancy, hungry for nutrients. In the fall, root systems store energy and rebuild after summer stress.
The Green Team’s six- and seven-step programs are timed to these natural cycles, with visits every four to nine weeks, to keep your turf balanced, nourished, and resilient year-round.
Spring Lawn Care Essentials
When temperatures climb into the 60s and flowers start to bloom, your lawn is waking up, too. That’s the signal to focus on fresh nutrients and early defense against weeds.
Fertilization
A spring feeding replenishes what winter leached from your soil. Our certified specialists use high-quality, slow-release fertilizers that jumpstart chlorophyll production for vibrant color while strengthening root growth beneath the surface. The goal isn’t just green, it’s sustainable density that resists weeds and drought through the season.
Pre-Emergent Weed Control
Crabgrass and broadleaf weeds love warm, wet conditions. Pre-emergent treatments create an invisible barrier that stops them before they sprout. Because soil temperature, not the calendar, dictates timing, our technicians monitor local weather patterns to apply the product at peak effectiveness. Keep your lawn spotless with our weed control.
DIY Lawn Care
Early spring is also the right time to check mower blades, irrigation settings, and bare spots so you’re not fighting uneven growth later.
Fall Lawn Care Priorities
By late September, the growing season slows, but underground, your grass is hard at work. Fall lawn care is about restoration and preparation.
Aeration & Seeding
After months of foot traffic and heat, most Virginia and North Carolina lawns suffer from compacted soil. Aeration opens the ground so air, water, and nutrients can reach the roots again. Pairing this with overseeding fills in thin areas and improves your turf’s natural defense.
Lime Treatment
Many regional lawns, especially in the Piedmont and mountain areas, develop acidic soil over time. When pH drops too low, grass struggles to absorb fertilizer, even when nutrients are present. A fall lime treatment corrects acidity and restores balance, setting up your soil for the winter.
Fertilization
Cooler weather gives grass a chance to store carbohydrates for winter. A late-season fertilization focuses on root strength and cold tolerance. Think of it as insulation: your lawn will rest greener, thicker, and healthier come spring.
Which Season Has the Bigger Impact?
Skipping either spring or fall care is like watering only half a garden. Spring builds energy; fall rebuilds structure. One fuels quick growth, the other sustains longevity.
The Green Team’s year-round program is designed so that each treatment amplifies the next. Our over 25 years of local experience mean we understand exactly when regional soil warms, when humidity peaks, and how rainfall differs between Roanoke and Charlotte. That insight lets us fine-tune every application for your turf’s needs, not a generic calendar schedule.
Get Your Lawn Ready for the Seasons Ahead
The secret to a thriving lawn is consistency and a team that knows your soil as well as you do. Whether you’re in Virginia’s Blue Ridge foothills or the coastal plains of North Carolina, The Green Team provides professional, community-focused care backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Request your free quote and see how easy it is to work with The Green Team today.
