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Whittier, CA – meet custom DIY lawn care
From the historic Whittier Boulevard to the tree-lined streets of Friendly Hills, Whittier lawns face unique challenges in the Southern California climate. Sunday offers a personalized DIY lawn care subscription designed to make lawn care easy and effective.
Our technology analyzes your specific Whittier, CA soil composition, local rainfall patterns, and temperature data to create a custom plan for your yard. We examine your regional soil profile to determine what nutrients your lawn needs most, track historical temperatures to time applications perfectly, and analyze rainfall patterns to recommend the right products for California's varying climate conditions.
Unlike traditional lawn care in Whittier that relies on one-size-fits-all approaches, Sunday tailors everything to your specific address. Our customers love how our customized plans take the guesswork out of lawn care, as shown in our Sunday lawn care reviews.
Ready to see what your lawn data reveals? Get your Custom Lawn Plan today and discover how easy lawn care in Whittier can be.
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!
Lawn care for Whittier, California
Typical lawn size in Whittier, CA | 2018 sq ft |
Dominant grass type(s) in Whittier, CA | Cool and warm season grasses including tall fescue, Kentucky bluegrass, bermudagrass, zoysiagrass |
Typical soil pH for Whittier, CA lawns | 7.5 which is slightly basic |
Typical organic matter in Whittier, CA lawns | 5.86% |
Whittier, CA lawn soil composition | 53% sand 33% silt 18% clay |
Key soil nutrients in Whittier, CA lawns | Potassium 340 ppm phosphorus 132 ppm calcium 2931 ppm iron 120 ppm magnesium 399 ppm zinc 32.39 ppm manganese 44 ppm copper 5.57 ppm boron 1.37 ppm sulfur 44 ppm sodium 126 ppm aluminum 221 ppm |
Whittier, CA lawns average 2018 sq ft and feature both cool and warm season grasses like tall fescue and bermudagrass. The soil is slightly basic with a pH of 7.5 and contains good organic matter at 5.86%. With a sandy loam composition (53% sand, 33% silt, 18% clay), lawn care in Whittier requires specific attention.
For effective lawn care in Southern California:
- Watering strategy: Sandy soil drains quickly, so water deeply but less frequently
- Fertilization: High potassium (340 ppm) supports drought tolerance, but monitor phosphorus levels
- Mowing height: Keep tall fescue higher (3-4 inches) during hot California summers
The soil nutrient profile shows good calcium levels (2931 ppm) but consider testing your specific yard with a soil test kit for customized recommendations. Whittier lawn care benefits from regular soil assessment to maintain proper nutrient levels for your specific grass type. Learn more about caring for warm-season grasses in The Shed.
Sunday lawn care reviews near Whittier, CA

We love SUNDAY!
LOVE SUNDAY! it's the best. safe for my kids & dog!
Jeremy
Los Angeles, CA

Simple and effective
Easy to use and works great
Arwinder
CA


Works For Me
Pet safe and keeping the lawn thick and green - surviving 4 dogs and the SoCal Summer.
James
Santa Clarita, CA

Excellent!
Excellent!
Chad
Santa Barbara, CA

No Hassle Lawn Care
Sunday takes the hassle out of lawn care. The easy to spray applications are sent on a regular schedule and provide notes for when to apply. It couldn't be easier and it helps keeping a green lawn!
Brian
Southern, CA

Easy to use
This service is so easy to use. I don't know if it is placebo but once I spray down my lawn it looks so fresh.
Aaron
CA

We love SUNDAY!
LOVE SUNDAY! it's the best. safe for my kids & dog!
Jeremy
Los Angeles, CA

Simple and effective
Easy to use and works great
Arwinder
CA


Works For Me
Pet safe and keeping the lawn thick and green - surviving 4 dogs and the SoCal Summer.
James
Santa Clarita, CA

Excellent!
Excellent!
Chad
Santa Barbara, CA

No Hassle Lawn Care
Sunday takes the hassle out of lawn care. The easy to spray applications are sent on a regular schedule and provide notes for when to apply. It couldn't be easier and it helps keeping a green lawn!
Brian
Southern, CA

Easy to use
This service is so easy to use. I don't know if it is placebo but once I spray down my lawn it looks so fresh.
Aaron
CA
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Whittier, California FAQs
How to grow grass in Whittier, California
Most common grass type(s) in Whittier, CA | Both cool-season and warm-season grasses are commonly found |
Best way to grow grass in Whittier, CA | Seeding is recommended for cool-season grasses and seeding, sodding, plugging or sprigging are recommended for warm-season grasses |
Recommended grass species for Whittier, CA lawns | Tall fescue, bermudagrass, Kentucky bluegrass |
When to start growing grass in Whittier, CA | For warm-season grasses, start between May 7 and June 18 and for cool-season grasses in fall, start between October 1 and November 10 and in spring, complete by April 30 |
Whittier lawn care offers flexibility with both cool-season and warm-season grass options. For your California lawn, consider tall fescue, bermudagrass, or Kentucky bluegrass based on your specific yard conditions.
Timing is crucial when growing grass in Whittier. Plant warm-season grasses between May 7 and June 18, while cool-season varieties do best when started in fall (October 1 to November 10) or completed by April 30 in spring. Create a Sunday custom lawn care plan tailored to your yard's needs.
The method you choose matters too. Seeding works well for all grass types in Whittier, while warm-season grasses also respond well to:
- Sodding for quick coverage
- Plugging for gradual fill-in
- Sprigging for larger areas
Not sure which grass type fits your yard? Use Sunday's Seed Finder Tool to match the right seed to your conditions. For step-by-step instructions on how to plant grass seed properly, check out Sunday's how to grow grass guide.
Browse Sunday premium grass seed options or explore detailed seed guides in The Shed for expert tips on growing a greener Whittier lawn.
Whittier, CA lawn care blogs

Lawn Care During Drought: How To Keep Your Grass Alive
Sunday's science-backed approach to lawn care during drought can help your lawn survive while conserving precious water resources.

How to Treat a Heat-Stressed Lawn
Heat stress in lawns results from prolonged exposure to high temperatures and extended dry spells. Even the healthiest and most resilient grass can suffer under these harsh conditions. Here's how to beat the heat with Sunday.

Patching Bare Spots in Your Lawn
If you’re here because you’ve got bare spots in your yard, then let us help. Nothing brings down a beautiful lawn like dead patches of grass. Plus, bare spots are more susceptible to weeds!

Planting Warm-Season Grasses
There are many ways to propagate a new lawn. Unfortunately for many warm-season grasses, seeding isn't always an option, but there are still plenty of ways to grow a lush, healthy lawn.
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