Ultimate Oklahoma Lawn Care Guide: Month-by-Month Tips for a Perfect Lawn

Wondering how to keep your lawn lush and healthy in Oklahoma's unique climate? Our Ultimate Oklahoma Lawn Care Guide breaks it all down with a simple month-by-month schedule.Maintaining a healthy, green lawn in Oklahoma takes a little planning and the right approach. With its unique climate and mix of grass types, staying on top of your lawn care schedule is the key to success. At Patriot Outdoors, we’re here to make it easy with this month-by-month guide to keeping your lawn lush and thriving all year long.

Below you will find a summary of simply guidance for you monthly lawn care. For a detailed explanation download our free ebook here.

Understanding Grass Types in Oklahoma

Oklahoma supports both warm-season grasses, like Bermudagrass, St. Augustinegrass, and Zoysiagrass, and cool-season grasses, such as Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue. Knowing which type you have is essential for tailoring your lawn care approach.

Your Month-by-Month Lawn Care Schedule

January & February

  • Warm-Season Grasses: Remove debris, apply post-emergent herbicides for winter weeds, and perform soil testing.
  • Cool-Season Grasses: Lightly fertilize and monitor for weeds.

March & April

  • Warm-Season Grasses: Start dethatching, watering, and applying a balanced fertilizer.
  • Cool-Season Grasses: Aerate the soil and fertilize to boost spring growth.

May & June

  • Warm-Season Grasses: Focus on consistent mowing, watering, and a mid-season fertilizer.
  • Cool-Season Grasses: Water deeply and avoid fertilizing during hot weather.

July & August

  • Warm-Season Grasses: Maintain watering schedules and prepare for cooler months with light fertilization.
  • Cool-Season Grasses: Keep an eye out for heat stress and water as needed.

September & October

  • Warm-Season Grasses: Transition to dormancy with a potassium-rich fertilizer.
  • Cool-Season Grasses: Aerate, overseed, and fertilize to encourage fall growth.

November & December

  • Warm-Season Grasses: Prepare equipment for next season and apply pre-emergent herbicides for winter weeds.
  • Cool-Season Grasses: Continue mowing and keep the lawn clear of debris.


Why Choose Patriot Outdoors for Your Lawn Care?

Managing a lawn can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go it alone. At Patriot Outdoors, we provide tailored full-service care or expert guidance for DIYers to ensure your yard is the envy of the neighborhood.

Whether you need help with seasonal treatments or a comprehensive lawn care plan, we’re here to help your lawn thrive in every season.


For a detailed month to month guidance download our free ebook here



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Don’t wait to transform your lawn! Contact us at PatriotOutdoorsOKC.com or call 405-283-3669 to learn more about our services.


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