Gray, ME – meet custom DIY lawn care

For Gray, ME lawns, apply Sunday fertilizer in spring and fall when temperatures are between 50°F and 85°F. These seasons are when cool-season grasses actively grow. Apply to well-watered soil in the early morning or evening. Avoid application if rain is expected within 24 hours or during extreme heat. Sunday's custom lawn plans time your fertilizer deliveries perfectly for your Maine climate, taking the guesswork out of seasonal timing.

Mow your Gray, ME lawn when grass reaches 3-4 inches tall, cutting to about 2.5-3 inches high. This typically means mowing once weekly during spring and fall growth periods, and less often during summer heat. Mow at the right height rather than on a strict schedule. Wait at least two days after applying Sunday products before mowing. Keep your blades sharp and never cut more than one-third of the grass height at once.

Common lawn care mistakes in Gray, ME include cutting grass too short, which stresses cool-season grasses. Avoid watering in the evening, which promotes fungal diseases like snow mold and dollar spot. Don't apply heavy nitrogen fertilizer in late fall. Skip mowing wet grass, which spreads disease. Remember that cool-season grasses in Maine naturally slow down during summer heat, so don't panic if growth slows then.

Fall is a key feeding time for cool-season lawns in Gray, ME. Your lawn needs nitrogen to build strong roots before winter, but avoid heavy applications of fast-release nitrogen. Sunday's fall fertilizers provide balanced nutrition with iron for color without excessive growth. They also include micronutrients like calcium and natural ingredients like seaweed and humic acid that help your lawn store energy for spring. Sunday's soil test will identify your lawn's specific needs.

To prepare your Gray, ME lawn for winter, keep mowing until growth stops completely, maintaining a height of 2.5-3 inches. Remove fallen leaves to prevent snow mold. Apply a final Sunday fertilizer application when temperatures are still above 50°F. Keep pH at 7.0 or lower. Improve drainage in areas prone to standing water. These steps help prevent snow mold and other winter issues common in Maine.

While Gray, ME usually gets enough rainfall, summer might require supplemental watering. Water deeply in the early morning (never evening) when temperatures rise above 80°F. Apply 1-1.5 inches of water per week including rainfall. Let soil dry between waterings to prevent disease. During extreme heat, you can either water more or let your cool-season grass go dormant temporarily. It will recover when temperatures cool down.