How to Keep Your Lawn Green All Summer Long

Texas summers are no joke—intense sun, high heat, and unpredictable rain can quickly turn your green lawn into a patch of dry, brown grass. But with the right care, you can keep your lawn thriving all season long.

Here’s how to keep your lawn green during summer and protect it from heat stress, drought, and damage.

1. Water Deeply, Not Often

Watering too frequently can lead to shallow roots that dry out fast. Instead, water deeply and infrequently to encourage strong root growth.

Best watering tips:

• Water 1–1.5 inches per week (including rainfall).
• Early morning watering reduces evaporation.
• Avoid watering at night to prevent fungal growth.

Anointed Lawn Care’s moisture management treatments enhance your soil’s water-holding capacity, ensuring hydration lasts longer between watering sessions.

2. Mow Smart for Summer Health

Mowing too short during summer can expose roots to heat and dry out your lawn.

Follow these mowing rules:

• Raise your mower blade to 3–4 inches.
• Keep blades sharp to avoid tearing grass.
• Leave clippings on the lawn—they act as natural mulch.

Pro tip: Consistent, careful mowing helps your lawn retain moisture and resist weeds.

3. Feed Your Lawn with the Right Nutrients

Summer lawns still need nutrients—but not all fertilizers are created equal. Use a slow-release fertilizer that provides steady feeding without burning your grass.

Balanced summer fertilization supports:

• Deep root strength
• Heat tolerance
• Rich green color

Anointed Lawn Care’s summer fertilization program delivers professional-grade nutrients at the correct rate and timing for Texas lawns.

4. Aerate to Boost Root Health

Compacted soil traps heat and limits water flow. Core aeration loosens your soil, allowing air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots where they’re needed most.

Aerating before the summer heat peaks prepares your lawn for stronger growth and better water absorption—key to surviving drought conditions.

5. Control Weeds and Pests Early

Weeds steal water and nutrients, while pests like chinch bugs and armyworms thrive in hot, dry weather.

Keep them in check with:

• Pre-emergent weed control to stop new growth
• Targeted pest control that protects grass without harming beneficial insects

Anointed Lawn Care’s integrated weed and pest control services are timed perfectly for summer, helping your lawn stay healthy and pest-free.

6. Use Moisture Management Treatments

When summer temperatures climb, evaporation increases dramatically. Moisture management treatments reduce water loss by improving soil’s ability to hold moisture longer.

Benefits include:

• Less frequent watering needed
• Better seed germination
• Improved drought resistance

This eco-friendly service helps Texas homeowners save water and maintain lush lawns through peak heat.

7. Don’t Overwater

While hydration is vital, overwatering can suffocate roots and create fungal problems.

Check your soil before watering—if the top 2 inches are still moist, hold off. Overwatering wastes resources and weakens your lawn’s natural drought defenses.

8. Provide Shade Where Possible

In areas of full sun exposure, even healthy lawns can struggle. Use shade trees or light landscaping features to give parts of your lawn brief relief from intense afternoon sun.

This helps regulate soil temperature and reduces water loss.

9. Watch for Signs of Heat Stress

Stay alert for early signs of lawn stress:

• Grayish or dull color
• Footprints that stay visible
• Wilting or curling grass blades

Addressing these early can prevent permanent damage. Schedule a mid-summer inspection with Anointed Lawn Care to catch issues before they spread.

10. Maintain Consistency

Your lawn thrives on routine. Skipping weeks of mowing, watering inconsistently, or delaying treatments can undo months of progress.

A consistent maintenance plan keeps your turf strong, hydrated, and beautiful from June through August.