What type of lawn do you have?
-Low Maintenance-
Mow regularly at maximum height recommended.
Fertilize annually with slow release fertilizer.
Control insects and weeds as needed.
Water only when grass is severely stressed by drought.
-Moderate Maintenance-
Mow at least once a week
Water twice a month depending on rainfall.
Fertilize twice annually.
Control insects and weeds in a preventative fashion.
Aerate biannually.
-Intensive Maintenance-
Mow weekly to semiweekly.
Water regularly depending on rainfall.
Fertilize regularly during growing season.
Use pesticides to eradicate or prevent weeds, disease and insects.
Aerate annually.