Fall is the time to pay attention to turf, because what you do this fall will pay off in a big way next year. For starters, give your lawn some breathing room. You can rent an aerating machine by the hour at most rental centers. This machine removes small soil plugs, leaving holes that provide a direct path for air, water, and nutrients to reach the grass roots. Aerating is especially necessary if the lawn is seven years or older.
Research has proven that fall is definitely the best time to fertilize your lawn. If you do it twice in the fall, you don't have to do it in the spring, so it saves yourself some extra time next year. You'll need two elements to get this job done. First of all a spreader, and then a good fall fertilizer specifically intended for the lawn. Once you've applied the fertilizer to your turf, make sure to water it thoroughly for best results.
And don't forget about seeding your lawn in the fall. It's a great time to start a new lawn or fill in the dead spots. Be sure to use a good quality lawn seed or try lawn patch: it's seed, mulch, and fertilizer in a bag.
And finally, as temperatures become colder, it is important to cut grass shorter, leaving it about two inches by the end of the season. And don't forget to pick up any excess debris, such as fallen leaves that can cause problems in next year's turf.
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