February 21st, 2023 by Shauna Hammond

It's no fun to have a lawn that's not up to snuff, after all, if your lawn looks really bad or isn't healthy it can really affect the overall feel of your garden. So whether you are looking to improve the condition of your lawn or simply maintain its current appearance. It's important that you know what can go wrong so that you can prevent it from happening in the first place and how to spot the signs that might mean your lawn needs help:

Your lawn is showing signs of stress.

It's important to take note if your lawn begins showing signs of stress as that means it's time to take action. these signs include brown patches, yellowing, thinning and dying grass. Stress can be caused by heat, drought or pests; poor soil quality; fertilizer burn (when too much fertilizer is applied at one time).

To help identify the cause of your problem you should look at your lawn closely as there will be tell-tale signs for each of these. If you are in a new property it can also help to ask neighbours who may have had similar issues in the past year to find out if it is an issue related to poor soil quality.

Your lawn is seriously brown.

If large areas of your lawn are browning, this can be a sign of drought, nutrient deficiency or pest infestation. If you have recently moved into a new home and are unsure what type of soil your lawn is growing in (which will determine how much water it needs) you can purchase soil testing kits, these will give you a breakdown of the condition of your soil and how to properly tend to it including how much water is needed. If you've recently changed up your watering habits, consider the possibility that these changes have caused stress on the grass, and alter your watering accordingly. As mentioned it may also be a lack of proper nutrients that are causing the grass to brown. Try including Iron Sulphate in your gardening routine as it will provide nutrients that will not only strengthen your lawn but it also protects against lawn disease and enable your grass to better absorb sunlight making for a greener lawn.

If the problem persists after making adjustments to watering and fertilizer schedules--or if the area around one particular section of your yard stays brown even though everything else looks fine--it might be due to other factors such as poor drainage or compaction from heavy traffic.

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You see lots of weed seedlings or crabgrass.

Weed seedlings are the first sign of a lawn problem and they can pop up at any time during the year. They look like small, green plants that grow from seeds left behind by other plants (like dandelions) or from leftover grass clippings when mowing your lawn. If left alone for too long these weeds will take over your entire garden! There are a couple of ways to deal with this, manually pulling up the winds from the root or applying a chemical weed killer – however, it is important to remember to choose a selective weed killer that will target weeds only so as not to damage your lawn.

Crabgrass is another common culprit for poor-quality grass because it thrives in warm weather conditions it can be particularly prominent in spring and summer. You'll know if you have crabgrass because it grows quickly; even faster than regular grass! This type of weed is also best treated using a selective weed killer.

You're getting drought-related damage.

If your lawn is experiencing drought-related damage, it could look like brown spots that are surrounded by healthy green grass. The damaged areas may also be covered in dead grass or yellowing, thinning and stunted blades of grass.

Drought-related damage occurs when there's not enough water for your lawn to stay healthy. This can happen if you're having a particularly dry summer or if you don't have enough time to water your lawn regularly due to work commitments and other responsibilities. The best solution is to simply water the grass more frequently, using a sprinkler system if you do not have the time to do it manually.

There are bare spots on your lawn.

If you notice a patch of dead or dying grass, it's likely that the soil has become too dry. The best way to fix this is by watering your lawn more frequently. Likewise, such issues can occur from over-watering your lawn so if you have recently increased the amount you water your lawn or you have had an increase in rainfall adjust the amount of water accordingly. Or something may be eating away at the roots of your grass. If this happens often enough and/or for long periods of time, it could kill off an entire section of your yard, so it is important to identify the issue as quickly as possible and use the correct treatment.

You're seeing many insects and bugs on the ground.

If you're seeing many insects and bugs on the ground, it's likely due to drought. You can help prevent this by watering your lawn more often. Also, make sure that you don't use any chemical pesticides or herbicides in your yard; these chemicals will kill off all kinds of insects and bugs including the ones that are beneficial for your garden!

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The grass "looks bad" in general, not just in one place.

It's important to differentiate between a problem that is localized and one that is widespread. A localized problem means that there is a visible spot on your lawn where it looks bad, but the rest of the grass looks fine. This could be caused by things like mould, fungus or insect damage (like chinch bugs) and would require specialised treatment. However, if you find that your lawn looks bad in general then it may be a case of overhauling your current routine, try using different fertilizers and lawn feeds and adjust your watering patterns until you find the one that works for you. A soil testing kit will also help you to figure out which products work best for your lawn.

Knowing what's wrong with your lawn can make it easier to know what to do about it

There are some problems that you can fix yourself, but there are others that require the help of a professional lawn care service. If you're not sure whether or not you can handle the repair work yourself, don't hesitate to reach out for assistance from someone who knows what they're doing--your lawn will thank you! We know it can be tricky to tell if your lawn needs help or not, but if you pay attention to the signs listed above then it should be easier. And remember: even if your lawn seems fine at first glance (and maybe even after reading this article), don't forget about those little things like weeds popping up here and there! They may seem insignificant at first glance but over time they can really cause damage if left unchecked.