Summer Lawn Care Guide for Victoria, BC

Keep Your Grass Lush & Healthy!

Summer is in full swing in Victoria, and your lawn needs special attention to stay vibrant despite the warm, dry weather. With the right care, you can maintain a green, resilient yard all season long. Here’s your stepbystep July lawn maintenance guide tailored to Victoria’s unique coastal climate.  

Lawn Fertilizing

1. Watering Wisely  

Victoria’s dry July weather means proper hydration is key—but overwatering can be just as harmful as underwatering.  

✅ Best Practices:  

 Water deeply, 11.5 inches per week (early morning to reduce evaporation).  

 Use a rain gauge to avoid overwatering.  

 Let grass dry slightly between waterings to encourage deep root growth.  

🚫 Avoid:  

 Frequent shallow watering (promotes weak roots).  

 Watering in the evening (can lead to fungal diseases).  

2. Mowing for Health & Heat Resistance  

Cutting your lawn correctly helps it survive summer stress.  

✅ Do This:  

 Keep grass taller (34 inches) to shade roots and retain moisture.  

 Mow frequently (never remove more than ⅓ of the blade at once).  

 Use sharp mower blades for clean cuts (dull blades tear grass, inviting disease).  

🚫 Avoid:  

 Cutting too short (scalped lawns dry out faster).  

 Mowing during peak heat (stressful for grass).  

3. Fertilizing (Yes, Even in July!)  

Victoria’s lawns benefit from a light summer feeding.  

🌱 Recommended:  

 Use a slowrelease, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 101010).  

 Apply early July to strengthen grass before peak heat.  

 Avoid highnitrogen fertilizers (can burn grass in hot weather).  

 4. Weed & Pest Control  

July is prime time for weeds and pests like chafer beetles.  

🛡 Defend Your Lawn:  

 Handpull weeds (avoid herbicides in drought conditions).  

 Aerate compacted areas to discourage weeds.  

 Watch for chafer beetles—if damage appears, consider nematode treatments.  

 5. Special Tips for Victoria’s Microclimates  

 Coastal Areas (Oak Bay, Fairfield): Salt spray can dry grass—rinse occasionally.  

 Inland (Langford, Saanich): More heat stress—water deeply and mulch clippings.  

Need Help? We’ve Got You Covered!  

Maintaining a perfect July lawn takes expertise. At [Your Lawn Care Business], we offer:  

✔ Custom watering plans  

✔ Professional mowing & edging  

✔ Ecofriendly weed/pest solutions  

📞 Call 2505325282 or book online today!