- 1. Water More During Summer<\/a><\/li>
- 2. Adjust for the Afternoon Rain<\/a><\/li>
- 3. Mow the Grass Taller<\/a><\/li>
- 4. Go Easy on Summer Fertilizer or Skip it Entirely<\/a><\/li>
- 5. Prevent Lawn Pests<\/a><\/li>
- 6. Watch for Summer Diseases<\/a><\/li>
- 7. When Brown Doesn\u2019t Mean Dead<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
1. Water More During Summer<\/h2>
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Lawn sprinkler watering green grass in a backyard. Photo Credit: \u0412\u0438\u043a\u0442\u043e\u0440\u0438\u044f \u041a\u043e\u0442\u043b\u044f\u0440\u0447\u0443\u043a<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure> In early summer, from late May to mid-June, switch from watering 1-2 times per week in the spring to 2-3 times per week as temperatures rise. Your lawn will need more water to face our hot days and dry winds.<\/p>
Watering tips for Colorado Springs summers:
<\/p>- Use the \u201ccycle and soak\u201d method:<\/strong> Water 5-10 minutes, wait for 30 minutes, repeat. Colorado has clay-heavy soil that absorbs water slowly.<\/li>
- Water early in the morning<\/strong> between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m.<\/li>
- Ensure 1-1.5 inches of water per week<\/strong>, but check for signs of dryness. According to CSU Extension, Kentucky bluegrass may need up to 2.25 inches<\/a> during hot, windy weeks. <\/li>
- Monitor your lawn for hot spots<\/strong> where grass dries out faster. Adjust the nearby sprinkler heads to ensure those areas receive enough water.<\/li> <\/ul>
What about watering restrictions? Colorado Springs has recommendations, not restrictions. From May 1 to Oct. 15, water before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. to reduce evaporation. You don\u2019t have an assigned watering day \u2014 just keep it to less than 3 days a week. <\/p>
See Related: <\/strong><\/p>
- How to Water Your Lawn in Colorado<\/a><\/li>
- Signs Your Lawn Needs Water<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
2. Adjust for the Afternoon Rain<\/h2>
If you\u2019ve ever watched dark clouds build over Pikes Peak in the early afternoon, you\u2019ve witnessed the start of monsoon season. <\/p>
These storms typically reach Colorado Springs between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and can drop significant rain in 30-60 minutes. Keep a rain gauge in your yard and subtract any rainfall from your weekly watering target. There\u2019s usually no need to irrigate after a good monsoon storm. <\/p>
See Related:<\/strong> How to Test Soil Moisture<\/a><\/p>
3. Mow the Grass Taller<\/h2>
The instinct to cut grass shorter during summer is understandable. Less frequent mowing sounds appealing when it\u2019s 90 degrees. But for cool-season grasses in Colorado Springs, mowing too short creates more problems than it solves.<\/p>
Set your mower to 3 to 3.5 inches during the summer months. Taller grass shades the soil surface, protecting the roots from heat and retaining moisture. It also helps crowd out weeds by blocking sunlight from reaching the weed seeds. <\/p>
Follow the one-third rule when mowing: Never remove more than a third of the height of the grass blade. Removing more than 1\/3 at once shocks the plant and weakens the roots \u2014 the last thing you want during summer stress.<\/p>
A few more mowing tips for summer:<\/p>
- Mow in the morning when possible:<\/strong> Mid-afternoon mowings add heat stress on top of cut stress.<\/li>
- Keep blades sharp:<\/strong> Dull mower blades tear the grass \u2014 it heals more slowly, loses more water, and is more exposed to disease.<\/li> <\/ul>
See Related:<\/strong><\/p>
- Best Grass Seed for Colorado Lawns<\/a><\/li>
- Guide to Growing Cool-Season Grasses<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
4. Go Easy on Summer Fertilizer or Skip it Entirely<\/h2>
If your lawn looks pale and yellowish despite regular fertilizing, the problem isn\u2019t a lack of nutrients \u2014 it\u2019s Colorado Springs\u2019 alkaline soil. Most local soils have pH values above 7.0, locking essential nutrients like iron in forms that roots can\u2019t absorb. <\/p>
The solution for now? Try chelated iron instead of nitrogen fertilizer. Iron greens up lawns without triggering growth spurts that increase water needs. Apply as a foliar spray in the early morning or evening.<\/p>
For the long term, test your soil at Colorado State University\u2019s Soil, Water, and Plant Testing Laboratory<\/a>. You\u2019ll learn whether you\u2019re dealing with a true deficiency or a pH-related lockout and which treatments to apply. <\/p>
Don\u2019t try to fix soil pH<\/a> in summer, though. Sulfur can lower alkalinity over time, but it\u2019s heat-sensitive and can burn grass in hot weather. Save pH correction for fall.<\/p>
See Related:<\/strong> <\/p>
- When to Fertilize Your Colorado Lawn<\/a><\/li>
- When to Test the Soil pH of Your Lawn<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
5. Prevent Lawn Pests<\/h2>
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Lawn damage caused by wildlife searching for grubs. Photo Credit: Shutterstock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Several insects become active during Colorado Springs summers and can damage lawns if populations get out of control. Catching problems early makes all the difference. Keep an eye out for signs of:<\/p>
- Billbug damage:<\/strong> Wilting grass in scattered patches, stems that break easily at the soil line, and sawdust-like material at the base of damaged grass. Damage peaks in late June and July.<\/li>
- White grub damage:<\/strong> Brown patches that don\u2019t respond to watering, turf that peels back from the soil like a loose carpet, and raccoons and skunks digging your lawn. Damage appears from late July through September.<\/li>
- Sod webworm damage:<\/strong> Small brown patches, grass blades chewed at the base, and green fecal pellets on the soil surface. Damage peaks in July and August.<\/li> <\/ul>
A healthy, well-watered lawn can often tolerate minor pest activity without visible damage. But if you\u2019re seeing expanding dead patches, treatment may be necessary. Contact a local pest control pro<\/a> through LawnStarter or head to your local garden supply store to pick up the appropriate pesticide and solve the problem early.<\/p>
See Related: <\/strong>Common Insect Pests Damaging Your Lawn<\/a><\/p>
6. Watch for Summer Diseases<\/h2>
Hot, humid conditions, especially after afternoon thunderstorms that are common in July and August, can trigger fungal diseases in Colorado Springs lawns. Common diseases to watch for include:<\/p>
- Ascochyta leaf blight:<\/strong> A fungal problem on drought-stressed lawns showing tip dieback; common in early summer with poor irrigation coverage.<\/li>
- Brown patch:<\/strong> Appears as circular areas of tan or brown grass, often with a frogeye pattern (grass starts to recover in the center). It develops when nighttime temps stay above 65 degrees and grass remains wet for extended periods.<\/li>
- Dollar spot:<\/strong> Creates smaller bleached spots (about the size of a silver dollar) that can merge into larger irregular patches. It tends to appear in lawns that are under-fertilized or drought-stressed.<\/li> <\/ul>
Prevention is straightforward:<\/p>
- Water early in the morning so the grass dries before nighttime.<\/li>
- Don\u2019t overwater: Soggy conditions encourage fungal growth.<\/li>
- Scout for pests by tugging turf or parting grass. It may not be a disease, but an insect damaging your lawn.<\/li> <\/ul>
If you notice disease symptoms, reduce watering frequency and ensure good air circulation across the lawn (prune shrubs and trees). Fungicide treatment is available for severe cases, but correcting poor lawn care practices is often enough to solve the problem. <\/p>
See Related:<\/strong> Common Lawn Diseases and How to Identify Them<\/a><\/p>
7. When Brown Doesn\u2019t Mean Dead<\/h2>
If your lawn turns brown during especially hot, dry stretches, it\u2019s not necessarily dying. Most cool-season grasses have a survival mechanism called drought dormancy. When conditions become too stressful, the grass essentially shuts down, turning brown and stopping growth to conserve energy. <\/p>
A dormant lawn isn’t pretty, but it typically recovers once temperatures moderate and moisture returns, either from rain or irrigation. Provide dormant grass with 1\/2 inch of water every 2-3 weeks during summer to prevent turfgrass loss.<\/p>
Your Colorado Springs Lawn Deserves Expert Care This Summer<\/h2>
Struggling to keep your grass healthy in the heat? Connect with top-rated local LawnStarter pros on our Colorado Springs lawn care<\/a> page for an instant quote without the hassle. We also serve Denver<\/a> and other cities across Colorado<\/a>.<\/p>
Read Next:<\/strong><\/p>
- Fall Lawn Care Tips for Colorado Springs<\/a><\/li>
- Native Plants That Thrive in Colorado Springs<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
Main Image: Lawn mowed by a LawnStarter pro in Colorado Springs. Illustration by Ryan Amjad \/ LawnStarter<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Fall Lawn Care Tips for Colorado Springs<\/a><\/li>
- Brown patch:<\/strong> Appears as circular areas of tan or brown grass, often with a frogeye pattern (grass starts to recover in the center). It develops when nighttime temps stay above 65 degrees and grass remains wet for extended periods.<\/li>
- White grub damage:<\/strong> Brown patches that don\u2019t respond to watering, turf that peels back from the soil like a loose carpet, and raccoons and skunks digging your lawn. Damage appears from late July through September.<\/li>
- When to Test the Soil pH of Your Lawn<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
- Guide to Growing Cool-Season Grasses<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
- Keep blades sharp:<\/strong> Dull mower blades tear the grass \u2014 it heals more slowly, loses more water, and is more exposed to disease.<\/li> <\/ul>
- Signs Your Lawn Needs Water<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
- Water early in the morning<\/strong> between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m.<\/li>
- 2. Adjust for the Afternoon Rain<\/a><\/li>