Spring in Oakville is a beautiful thing—warmer days, blooming gardens, and the long-awaited return of backyard season. But before you pull out the patio furniture and cue the BBQ, your lawn might be silently screaming for help after months of snow, ice, and salt. If you want a thick, healthy lawn that turns heads (and maybe even makes your neighbours a little jealous), here are five spring lawn care must-dos that make our Oakville lawns shine!
1. Start with a Good Raking
If there’s one thing our Oakville lawns need after winter, it’s a proper raking. Even if you raked in the fall, spring raking helps clear out all the matted-down grass, thatch, and leftover debris that’s suffocating your lawn underneath.
This step is essential for:
- Breaking up compacted areas
- Letting sunlight and air reach the soil
- Prepping your turf for overseeding or spring fertilizer
Trust us, it’s not just cosmetic—it’s the lawn care equivalent of opening all the windows and letting the fresh air in.
2. Patch It Up with Overseeding
Got bare patches? You’re not alone—many Oakville lawns come out of winter looking a little worse for wear. That’s where overseeding comes in.
Overseeding helps:
- Fill in thinning or patchy areas
- Improve turf density
- Crowd out weeds before they get a chance
It’s simple: loosen the soil in bare spots, spread a good quality seed mix (ideally one that suits Oakville’s climate), and keep it watered. If you’re planning to overseed, hold off on weed control for now—weed products can interfere with new seed germination.
3. Feed with a Spring Fertilizer
After a long, cold Oakville winter, your lawn is waking up hungry. A well-timed spring fertilizer gives your turf the nutrients it needs to green up, grow strong, and recover from the harsh season.
Look for a balanced, slow-release fertilizer that supports root development and gradual growth. If you’re working with a local lawn care provider (like Dr. Green!), spring fertilizer is usually part of the early-season treatment program. No guesswork, no overdoing it—just science-backed nutrients at the right time.
4. Call in a Weed Control Service (Before the Weeds Party)
In Oakville, early spring is prime time for weeds to start creeping in—especially crabgrass and dandelions. The best way to stop them? A professional weed control service that includes pre-emergent applications.
Pre-emergent weed control stops weeds before they even sprout, saving you a season of frustration and endless hand-pulling. If you’ve overseeded, though, you’ll want to delay weed treatments until the new grass is established. A good lawn care provider will help you time both properly.
5. Sharpen Your Mower Blades
This one’s easy to forget, but so important. Dull mower blades tear the grass instead of cutting it cleanly, which stresses your lawn and opens the door for disease. Before you fire up the mower this spring, give the blades a good sharpening.
Also, mow high—set your mower around 2.5 to 3 inches. Cutting your grass too short is one of the quickest ways to weaken it, especially as it’s just getting back on its feet post-winter.
To Sum Up!
A healthy lawn doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of smart timing, consistent care, and understanding your local conditions. In Oakville, that means:
- Giving your lawn a fresh start with raking
- Filling in gaps with overseeding
- Feeding it right with a spring fertilizer
- Staying ahead of weeds with a proper weed control service
If that sounds like a lot to juggle, don’t worry—that’s exactly what we’re here for. At Dr. Green, we’ve been helping each Oakville lawn grow greener lawns since 1985. Let us handle the heavy lifting so you can enjoy the season without breaking a sweat.
