If you’ve looked out at your lawn and thought, “What’s going on?”—you’re not alone.
With minimal rainfall over the past month at the time of posting this, many lawns across the area are going dormant, and that’s perfectly okay. In fact, it’s nature doing its job.
What Does Dormant Grass Mean?
Dormancy is your lawn’s natural defense during dry conditions. When water is scarce, grass slows down growth and turns brown to preserve energy. It may not look great, but it’s NOT dead—it’s just resting.
Should You Water It 💦 or Let It Be?
Either option is fine—it depends on your preferences and water access.
Option 1: Let it be
✅ Safe for your lawn
✅It will bounce back when regular rain returns
Option 2: Keep it green💦
🌱 Here’s What Your Lawn Needs to Recover:
✅ 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week
This water must reach 4–6 inches deep into the soil. Shallow watering won’t cut it.
✅ Water deeply, 2–3 times per week
Skip daily watering. Instead, give your lawn a good soak a few times a week to rehydrate the roots.
✅ Best time to water: early morning (before 9 AM)
This prevents disease and reduces evaporation loss.
💡 How Long Should You Water?
Set a rain gauge or empty tuna can on your lawn. Time how long it takes to collect ½ inch of water—that’s one session. Repeat 2–3x a week until you hit 1–1.5 inches total.
What If You Don’t Water?
If left brown, the lawn will remain dormant until significant rainfall returns. While most lawns survive dormancy, some areas may thin out or develop patchy spots that will need overseeding this fall.
Click here to learn more about aeration and overseeding.
👋 Need Help or Have Questions?
Whether you’re unsure how much to water, want to plan for fall overseeding, or need a service estimate—we’re here to help.
