Lawn Care Tips for Kansas City Homeowners

Get expert seasonal lawn care advice from B&B Lawn & Landscape in Blue Springs, MO. Our tips cover mowing height, watering schedules, fertilization timing, aeration, overseeding, and more — all tailored to Kansas City's transitional climate and clay soils.

• Mow tall fescue at 3–3.5 inches to shade soil and prevent weed germination
• Stick to a weekly mowing schedule from April through October
• Water 1–1.5 inches per week, deeply and infrequently
• Fertilize cool-season grasses in early spring and again in fall
• Aerate Kansas City lawns in fall (September–October) for best results
• Rake leaves promptly to prevent smothering and fungal disease
• Overseed bare or thin areas in early fall for the best germination rates