Prep for a Lush Fall Lawn—Right Now!

Late summer is the sweet spot for giving your lawn a boost before fall sets in. With cooler nights and occasional rainfall on the horizon, now’s the time to fertilize, overseed, and prepare your lawn for its most vibrant fall growth yet. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced home gardener, here are a few expert tips from the team at Nunan’s Florist & Garden Center to help you fall in love with your lawn again.

1. Feed It Right: Fertilize for Fall Success

Your lawn has been through a lot—heat, foot traffic, maybe even drought stress. Feeding it now helps build strong roots before winter. We recommend a slow-release, nitrogen-rich fertilizer like Espoma’s Fall Lawn Food or Scotts Turf Builder WinterGuard. These blends promote deep root growth and prepare your lawn to green up faster in spring.

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2. Overseed to Fill In Bare Spots

Late summer is the ideal time to overseed in Zone 6a. The soil is still warm, but weed pressure is lower. Overseeding thickens your turf, fills in bare spots, and improves overall lawn resilience. Choose a high-quality blend suited for sun, shade, or a mix—ask our staff for recommendations!

Steps to Overseed Successfully:

• Mow your lawn short (around 2″) and bag the clippings.

• Loosen compacted soil with a rake or aerator.

• Apply seed with a broadcast spreader.

• Water lightly, daily, until seeds germinate (usually 10–14 days).

3. Aerate if Your Lawn Feels Compacted

If your lawn feels spongy or water pools after rain, it may be compacted. Core aeration opens up the soil, allowing oxygen, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. We offer lawn aeration tools and rentals—just ask!

4. Keep Watering—Smartly

Don’t let up on watering just yet. Grass still needs about 1 inch of water per week in late summer. Water early in the morning to avoid evaporation and fungal issues. As temperatures cool, you can taper off.

5. Plan Ahead for Fall Clean-Up

Start thinking about fall leaf removal, mulching, and your final mow. Keeping your lawn tidy helps reduce pest and disease issues going into winter. And if you’re using bulk mulch or soil to improve lawn borders or garden edges, now’s a great time to order for delivery.

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Visit Nunan’s for All Your Lawn Care Needs

We carry everything you need for late-summer lawn success—from fertilizers and seed to garden tools and expert advice. Stop in and chat with our team, or enjoy a visit to Café Sarina and our mini golf course while you’re here.

Let’s make your lawn fall-ready—and stunning.

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269 Central Street, Georgetown, MA
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