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West Hartford homeowners face unique lawn challenges with Connecticut's changing seasons. Sunday creates personalized lawn care based on what your yard actually needs.
What we know about West Hartford lawn care:
- Average lawn size: 5,715 sq. ft.
- Dominant grasses: Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue
- Soil profile: 61% sand, 29% silt, slightly acidic (pH 6.0)
Our data-driven approach analyzes your specific soil, climate, and grass type to create the perfect nutrient plan without pesticides. We time deliveries precisely when your lawn needs them most.
Homeowners across West Hartford, CT love our approach that works with nature, not against it.
Ready for simpler lawn care that's made for your yard? Get your custom lawn plan today.
How it works
Get yard analysis
Answer a few easy questions about your yard and location to help us create your unique plan.
Open your box
Your first box—including a free soil test—will arrive right when your lawn needs it.
Spray it on
Attach the custom fertilizer to your hose and spray. Then relax and wait for your next box!
Get yard analysis
Answer a few easy questions about your yard and location to help us create your unique plan.
Open your box
Your first box—including a free soil test—will arrive right when your lawn needs it.
Spray it on
Attach the custom fertilizer to your hose and spray. Then relax and wait for your next box!
Lawn care for West Hartford, Connecticut
| Typical lawn size in West Hartford | 5,715 sq. ft. |
| Dominant grass type in West Hartford | Cool-season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and tall fescue |
| Typical soil pH for West Hartford lawns | 6.0, slightly acidic |
| Typical organic matter in West Hartford lawns | 5.27% |
| West Hartford lawn soil composition | 61% sand, 29% silt, 10% clay |
| Key soil nutrients in West Hartford lawns | Phosphorus: 109 ppm, Potassium: 102 ppm, Calcium: 1,175 ppm, Iron: 223 ppm |
West Hartford lawns average 5,715 sq. ft. and typically feature cool-season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and tall fescue. The soil in this Connecticut town has some distinct characteristics:
- Slightly acidic pH (6.0)
- Good organic matter content (5.27%)
- Sandy loam composition (61% sand, 29% silt, 10% clay)
- Decent nutrient levels, especially iron
Key steps for lawn care in West Hartford
- Fertilizing: Apply fertilizer during spring and fall when cool-season grasses actively grow
- Mowing: Keep cool-season grasses at 2.5-3.5 inches tall
- Watering: Water deeply 1-2 times weekly rather than frequent light watering
Your sandy soil drains well but may need more frequent watering during dry spells. The healthy organic matter content helps retain nutrients and moisture.
Want to know exactly what your lawn needs? Get a personalized lawn plan or use a soil test kit to fine-tune your lawn care in West Hartford.
Sunday lawn care reviews near West Hartford, CT
Sunday makes it easy
Our lawn is so green and lush, Sunday makes it so easy with their custom treatments! We've been a customer for a couple years now and I've recommended them to many friends/family.
Biota
Hartford, CT
Love it! Affordable, sent right
Love it! Affordable, sent right to your door and it works!
Indiana
West Hartford, CT
Tyler’s Lawn
Great products for a beautiful lawn!
Tyler
CT
It's a no-brainer that's good for your grass and the planet
I love Sunday! It's convenient, helps me keep on track, and I love having an organic solution that doesn't make me feel like I need to put a skull and crossbones tag on my lawn! All my neighbors use ChemLawn and my lawn looks just as good - plus, I have all the bees and butterflies.
Leslie
West Hartford, CT
Year 2
Year 2 of the custom plan,, very happy with the product and the customer service is insanely fast. Decades of neglect by the previous owner, so finally turning this around!!
Rob
New Haven, CT
Happy in CT
This is our second year using Sunday and are blown away by the health and beauty of our lawn! It feels good to know that we are taking care of the environment, too. Our neighbors stop by often and tell us how good the yard looks! (I’ve included a picture from just before our first application in 2020)
Frances
Hamden, CT
Sunday makes it easy
Our lawn is so green and lush, Sunday makes it so easy with their custom treatments! We've been a customer for a couple years now and I've recommended them to many friends/family.
Biota
Hartford, CT
Love it! Affordable, sent right
Love it! Affordable, sent right to your door and it works!
Indiana
West Hartford, CT
Tyler’s Lawn
Great products for a beautiful lawn!
Tyler
CT
It's a no-brainer that's good for your grass and the planet
I love Sunday! It's convenient, helps me keep on track, and I love having an organic solution that doesn't make me feel like I need to put a skull and crossbones tag on my lawn! All my neighbors use ChemLawn and my lawn looks just as good - plus, I have all the bees and butterflies.
Leslie
West Hartford, CT
Year 2
Year 2 of the custom plan,, very happy with the product and the customer service is insanely fast. Decades of neglect by the previous owner, so finally turning this around!!
Rob
New Haven, CT
Happy in CT
This is our second year using Sunday and are blown away by the health and beauty of our lawn! It feels good to know that we are taking care of the environment, too. Our neighbors stop by often and tell us how good the yard looks! (I’ve included a picture from just before our first application in 2020)
Frances
Hamden, CT
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West Hartford, Connecticut FAQs
How to grow grass in West Hartford, Connecticut
| Most common grass type(s) in West Hartford, CT | Cool-season grasses |
| Best way to grow grass in West Hartford, CT? | Seeding |
| Recommended grass species for West Hartford, CT lawns | Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, fine fescue, tall fescue |
| When to start growing grass in West Hartford, CT | Spring: May 3 to May 30; Fall: September 2 to September 30 |
Growing grass in West Hartford, Connecticut works best with cool-season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and fescues. These grass types handle the local climate well and create hardy lawns when planted at the right time.
The best times to plant grass in West Hartford are:
- Spring: May 3-30
- Fall: September 2-30
Seeding is the most effective way to grow grass in West Hartford lawns. For the best results:
- Choose the right grass seed mix for your yard conditions
- Plant during peak growing seasons
- Keep soil moist until germination
- Mow new grass when it reaches 3-4 inches tall
West Hartford lawn care benefits from regular overseeding to keep grass thick and healthy. Adding new seed helps fill bare spots and crowd out weeds naturally. A custom lawn plan can help time seeding with your yard's specific needs.
Want to learn more about grass types or find the perfect seed mix for your Connecticut lawn? Our yard advisors can help you choose the best options for your space.
West Hartford, CT lawn care blogs
Cool-Season Lawn Care Guide
Maintaining your lawn throughout an entire year doesn't have to be overwhelming. We've created a month-by-month calendar that tells you exactly what your cool-season lawn needs throughout the seasons.
Repairing Winter Lawn Damage
After the hard, cold winter, there’s no denying your lawn needs some TLC. Sunday’s guide to post-winter lawn repair will help your yard recover quickly from winter damage in spring.
Warm-Season Lawn Care Guide
Like you, your lawn has different care needs from season to season. We've created a month-by-month calendar that tells you exactly what your warm-season lawn needs throughout the year.
Growing a Cool-Season Lawn in the East
Learn how to grow a strong lawn in the east with cool-season grasses including Kentucky bluegrass, annual and perennial ryegrasses, tall fescue, and fine fescue.
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