How to Prepare Your Texas Lawn for the Summer Heat

Texas summers are no joke—scorching heat, dry spells, and occasional intense storms all take a toll on your lawn.
Without the right preparation, your grass can quickly turn brown, thin out, or even die under the pressure.

Here’s how to prepare your Texas lawn for the summer heat, brought to you by the lawn care pros at Limitless Landscaping.

1. Adjust Your Mowing Practices

Mowing habits need to shift as temperatures rise.

✅ Raise Your Mower Blades: Keep grass around 3–4 inches tall to shade roots and retain moisture.
✅ Mow Less Frequently: Only cut when necessary to avoid stressing the lawn.
✅ Use Sharp Blades: Clean cuts help prevent disease and minimize water loss.

Our professional mowing services ensure your lawn is always trimmed correctly for summer survival.

2. Water Smart, Not Hard

Proper watering is key to thriving lawns during Texas summers.

💧 Water Deeply and Infrequently: 1–1.5 inches of water per week, ideally in one or two sessions.
💧 Water Early in the Morning: Reduce evaporation and fungal disease risk.
💧 Use Efficient Systems: Drip irrigation and properly adjusted sprinklers save water.

Limitless Landscaping can also install or upgrade smart irrigation systems to maximize efficiency and savings.

3. Fertilize Carefully

Spring fertilization sets the stage for summer resilience.

✅ Use a slow-release nitrogen fertilizer in early summer
✅ Avoid heavy fertilization during peak heat
✅ Focus on feeding the roots, not just the blades

Our team provides seasonal fertilization programs tailored specifically for Texas lawns and soil conditions.

4. Aerate for Healthier Soil

Compacted soil can suffocate roots, making lawns more vulnerable during heatwaves.

🌱 Aeration opens up soil for better water absorption and deeper root growth.
🌿 Helps prevent runoff and water pooling.

Spring or early summer is the perfect time to schedule professional aeration to help your lawn handle stress better.

5. Add Mulch Around Beds and Trees

Lawns aren't the only parts of your yard that need protection.

🌳 Mulching around trees and flower beds:

✅ Keeps root zones cool
✅ Conserves soil moisture
✅ Reduces weed competition

Limitless Landscaping can refresh mulch beds before peak summer heat sets in to give your entire landscape an advantage.

6. Keep an Eye Out for Pests and Diseases

Heat-stressed lawns are more vulnerable to infestations and fungal infections.

🚩 Watch for brown patches, thinning grass, or odd-colored spots.
🚩 Treat early to prevent spread and permanent damage.

We offer lawn health inspections and targeted treatments to catch problems before they ruin your yard.

7. Consider Drought-Resistant Lawn Upgrades

If your lawn struggles year after year, it might be time to upgrade.

✅ Install drought-tolerant sod like Bermuda, Zoysia, or Buffalo grass.
✅ Reduce lawn size with mulched beds or hardscaping.

We help homeowners plan strategic lawn upgrades for easier, greener summers.

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