If April showers bring May flowers, then Austin’s May showers are bringing us June jungles. With the recent stretch of heavy storms and surprise sunshine, your lawn’s probably soaked, green, and ready to grow like never before. But before you kick back and let the grass do its thing, there are a few things to know to keep your spring lawn healthy, lush, and summer-ready.
At Steiner Lawn Care, we call this the “sweet spot”—that golden time after a good rain when your yard is primed to benefit from some expert TLC. Let’s talk about what you should be doing right now to take advantage of it.
First things first—don’t walk all over a rain-soaked lawn. That spongey squish might feel oddly satisfying, but too much foot traffic on soggy soil can compact it, stressing your turf.
Instead, do a light inspection. Look for puddling, runoff, or waterlogged areas that could signal poor drainage. If your lawn isn’t draining well, it might be time for aeration to improve airflow and water movement.
Speaking of aeration—this is the best time to do it. Rain loosens up the soil naturally, which makes the process more effective. Aeration allows oxygen, water, and nutrients to reach roots more efficiently. Your grass will thank you in the form of deeper roots and better drought resistance later this summer.
Rain doesn’t just hydrate—it also opens up your lawn to absorb nutrients more easily. Fertilizing your lawn after a good storm means you’ll get maximum impact. Choose a slow-release fertilizer for sustained growth, and remember: timing matters. Strike while the ground is still moist but not soaking.
Weeds love wet weather just as much as your lawn does—but they don’t get to stay rent-free. The moist ground makes pulling weeds easier and makes post-emergent treatments more effective. Think of it as a reset button: you can knock out weeds before they get comfortable.
It’s tempting to mow the second you see growth, but mowing wet grass can lead to uneven cuts, clumping, and even damage to your mower. Let your lawn dry out a bit first. Then raise your mower blade—taller grass helps shade the soil, retain moisture, and reduce future weed growth.
Here’s your simple checklist for a thriving post-rain yard:
With Austin’s weather, we never know what’s coming next—so give your Spring lawn the support it needs while the timing is just right.
Ready to turn that spring rain into summer lawn perfection? We’ve got the tools and the team to help.
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