Winter in South Carolina offers a welcome break from the intense heat of the summer, but it also brings its own set of challenges for lawn care. While the state enjoys milder winters compared to northern regions, it’s still essential to take care of your lawn to ensure it remains healthy and vibrant. In this blog post, we’ll provide you with a winter lawn care guide tailored to the unique climate and conditions of South Carolina.

1. Mowing: Continue to mow if your grass is still growing but raise the cutting height. The last mow of the season should leave your lawn slightly longer than usual. 
2. Fertilizing: Apply a winter fertilizer in late fall. This provides essential nutrients for the grass to stay healthy during the winter months.
3. Watering: Charleston can be quite mild in the winter, but if there’s a dry spell, water occasionally. Morning watering is best to prevent disease.
4. Aeration: Consider aerating your lawn in the fall to allow water, air, and nutrients to penetrate the soil more easily.
5. Leaf Removal: Regularly remove leaves and debris. They can smother the grass if left unchecked.
6. Weed Control: Address any winter weeds that pop up. Post-emergent herbicides can be effective for this.
7. Freeze Care: On the rare occasions when frost or a freeze is expected, refrain from walking on the lawn. Frozen grass blades can break easily, causing damage.
8. Disease Watch: Keep an eye out for fungal diseases which can appear in cooler, wetter conditions.