After a winter defined by relentless snowstorms, ice build-up, and too-many freeze–thaw cycles, lawns across the northern United States will enter spring in fragile condition. Northern homeowners are stepping outside to find matted grass, debris, mysterious patches, and soggy soil.
This year, more than most, the transition into spring demands a planned response and restraint. The urge to fix your lawn’s winter damage immediately can backfire. What northern lawns need now is not aggressive care, but a measured approach that considers the soil first rather than the grass itself.
