So if it looks like you’re raising weeds instead of grass, that’s a sign of a more serious problem. And that may mean killing off the grass and starting over by reseeding your lawn.

Early spring maintenance is crucial for a healthy lawn that can withstand summer conditions. Apply fertilizer, reseed bare spots and control weeds before they emerge. Soil testing can determine ...

Depending upon the weather, late spring may be beyond the optimal time to complete lawn-maintenance tasks such as fertilizer application, weed control and reseeding bare spots in the lawn.