August is one of the toughest months for Florida lawns. Heat, humidity, heavy afternoon storms, and insects can all take a toll. If your lawn isn’t looking its best, don’t panic—this is the time of year when proper watering and maintenance make the biggest difference.
August Checklist
🌱 Mow weekly
☀️ Water before sunrise
💧 Inspect irrigation
🌱 Aerate Compacted Lawns
📅 What’s Coming Next Month
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Continue chinch bug protection
Begin preparing for the fall fungus season
Potash applications start soon
🐛 August is peak season for:
If you notice brown patches that seem to spread quickly or grass that pulls up easily, contact us right away. Early treatment can prevent extensive damage.
Chinch Bugs
Sod Webworms
Gray Leaf Spot
Drought
💧 Water Smart
✂️ Mowing Tips
Additional Services
Unfortunately, one of their favorite foods is earthworms. We do not get rid of earthworms or beneficial insects.
They’re usually a sign of moisture and decaying organic matter—not a lawn disease.
Usually no. Clippings recycle nutrients unless disease is present.
Herbicides take time to work. Some weeds require multiple applications, and drought conditions can slow results.
