In part two of this two-part episode, Zane Raudenbush, turf and herbicide specialist within the Davey Institute, shares fall lawn care tips to help homeowners maintain and prep their yards for cooler weather. 

In this episode we cover:  

• Why is it important for homeowners to take care of their lawns in the fall? (:33)
• What can homeowners first do to take care of their lawns for the fall? (1:59)
• Do homeowners use a different fertilizer in the fall? (2:58)
• Is pH important for grass? (4:57) 
• How long does it take for pH to change? (7:43)
• Reseeding and seeding lawns in the fall (8:46)
• How do you know if you have high quality seeds? (10:48) (11:38)
• What prep work should homeowners do before seeding? (13:36)
• How can you plan seed watering with weather patterns and other factors? (18:56)
• Zane's opinion on aerating (19:53)

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To learn more about fertilizing, overseeding and aeration best practices, read our blogs, Should I Fertilize My Lawn In The Fall? Yes! Here’s Why And How, and Lawn Aeration and Overseeding Aftercare.

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