Cut back watering as it cools
WateringLawns use far less water in the cooler months. Turn controllers down, and water only when the lawn shows it needs it.
Remind meArid and inland · autumn
May lawn care in arid and inland areas
For places like Alice Springs, Broken Hill, Kalgoorlie, Mildura. Timing is typical for the zone; check your own lawn before you act.
Jobs for May
Keep off frosty grass
MowingCold inland nights can bring frost. Walking on frozen grass breaks the leaves and leaves brown footprints, so wait until it has melted.
Remind meMow only when it needs it
MowingWarm-season lawns are dormant or close to it. Mow only when it has grown, and don't lower the height to make the mowing last longer.
Remind meComing up in June
- Deal with winter weeds while they are small
- Hold off feeding a dormant lawn