Spring in Hendersonville arrives quickly. One week you are still bundled up, the next the forsythias are blooming and the grass is waking up. If you want your lawn to look its best this summer, the work starts now — in late February through early April — while the turf is still transitioning out of dormancy.
Here is a practical, month-by-month checklist tailored specifically for Hendersonville and Sumner County lawns.
Late February to Early March: Clear and Assess
Before you do anything to the grass itself, clear the deck. Winter leaves behind debris: fallen branches, matted leaves, pine straw, and trash that has blown in over the colder months. Leaving this material on the lawn blocks sunlight and traps moisture, which can lead to fungal problems as temperatures rise.
- Rake or blow remaining leaves and debris off the lawn and out of garden beds
- Pick up fallen branches and sticks
- Walk the property and note any bare spots, erosion, or drainage issues
- Check hardscape edges (sidewalks, driveways, patios) for soil creep that needs re-edging
This is also a good time to have your mower serviced. Sharp blades make clean cuts that heal faster and resist disease better than ragged tears from dull blades.
March: First Mow and Edging
In Hendersonville, the first mow of the season typically happens in mid- to late March, depending on the weather. Fescue lawns (the most common cool-season grass in Sumner County) start actively growing when soil temperatures reach the mid-50s consistently.
- Set your mower to 3.5 to 4 inches for fescue, or 1.5 to 2 inches for bermuda
- Mow when the grass is dry — never when wet
- Edge along all sidewalks, driveways, and bed borders to re-establish clean lines
- Blow clippings off hard surfaces
The first mow sets the tone for the entire season. A clean, properly-height cut encourages the grass to thicken up and crowd out weeds naturally.
April: Get on a Regular Schedule
By April, your lawn is in full growth mode. This is when weekly mowing becomes important. Cutting more than one-third of the grass blade at a time stresses the plant and leads to a thin, weedy lawn.
- Start weekly mowing to keep up with growth
- Continue edging and trimming on every visit
- Watch for weed pressure — a thick, healthy lawn is the best defense
- Keep an eye on irrigation; April can be dry in Middle Tennessee
When to Call a Professional
If your spring to-do list is longer than your available time, that is where we come in. B&B Lawn Care offers full spring cleanup services in addition to our regular mowing and maintenance programs. We handle the heavy lifting so you can enjoy your yard instead of working in it every weekend.
Give us a call or fill out our contact form for a free estimate. We serve homeowners in Hendersonville, Gallatin, Goodlettsville, Nashville, and White House.