Port Orchard, WA – meet custom DIY lawn care

For Port Orchard's cool, wet climate, start with a soil test to understand your lawn's specific needs. Choose cool-season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass or fine fescue that thrive in the Pacific Northwest. Consider a data-driven approach that accounts for your local soil conditions, rainfall patterns, and typical growing season. Sunday's custom lawn plans factor in these variables, eliminating guesswork while providing the right nutrients at the optimal times.

Port Orchard homeowners commonly battle moss due to high moisture levels and limited sunlight. Fungal issues like brown patch can develop in damp conditions. Acidic soil is typical in the Pacific Northwest, potentially limiting nutrient availability. Shade from tall trees challenges grass growth. Weeds adapted to cool, wet environments can be persistent. Sunday's soil testing helps identify these specific challenges so you can address them effectively.

Early spring is ideal for starting lawn care in Port Orchard, typically March through April when soil temperatures warm above 50°F. This timing allows for fertilization as grass emerges from winter dormancy. Fall is another key period (September-October) for strengthening root systems before winter. Sunday's custom plans account for Port Orchard's climate, scheduling applications when your lawn will respond best.

Select lawn products designed with pet safety in mind. Sunday's ingredients break down quickly and don't persist in the environment. For pet urine spots common in Port Orchard lawns, consider Sunday's Pet Patch treatment. Allow products to dry completely before allowing pets on treated areas. Maintain proper mowing height (3-4 inches) to give grass resilience against pet traffic, especially important in Port Orchard's wet conditions.

In Port Orchard's climate, mow at 3-4 inches high to develop deeper roots and shade out weeds. Despite regular rainfall, water deeply when needed rather than frequently. Apply fertilizer in spring and fall when cool-season grasses actively grow. Monitor for moss and address quickly with iron-based treatments. Apply Sunday nutrients according to your custom plan's schedule, which factors in local growing conditions.