Your April checklist
Set a weekly mowing rhythm
As growth accelerates, weekly mowing keeps you from removing more than a third of the blade at once, which stresses the grass.
Watch for broadleaf weeds
Dandelions, clover, and other broadleaf weeds are active now. Spot-treat or use an appropriate post-emergent while weeds are young.
Check drainage during storms
April storms show you exactly where water pools. Note the low spots — they're candidates for grading or drainage work.
Mulch flower beds
A fresh 2–3 inch layer of mulch now suppresses summer weeds and holds moisture through the heat.
Hold off on heavy fertilizer
Wait until the lawn is fully green and growing strongly, typically late April into May, before the first real feeding.
Pro tip
After big storms, walk the property for broken limbs and debris before they get hidden by new growth.