Houston, Texas

Lawn Care in Houston, Texas

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Houston Lawn Care Calendar

Climate-specific timing for Houston, TX (Warm-Season Southernzone). Use this as a baseline — adjust by 1-2 weeks based on the current season's weather.

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Mow season
Pre-emergent
Fertilize
Aeration
Overseeding
not applicable
Dormancy
Mow season
Pre-emergent crabgrass
Fertilization application
Aeration
Overseeding
Dormancy
Predominant grass types
Bermuda, Zoysia, St. Augustine, Centipede
Mow season
Late March through November
Pre-emergent crabgrass
Mid-February to early March — apply before Bermuda starts greening up
Aeration window
Late May through June — warm-season grasses tolerate aeration best during active growth
Overseeding
Not typically recommended in the Southeast — Bermuda recovers fastest from natural reseeding. Some operators overseed dormant Bermuda with perennial ryegrass for green winter color.
Dormancy
Late November through March — Bermuda goes brown, Zoysia turns tan, St. Augustine slows but holds semi-green color

Fertilization schedule

  1. 1.Late March: spring greenup as turf breaks dormancy
  2. 2.June: peak-season growth feed
  3. 3.August: late-summer maintenance feed
  4. 4.October: optional pre-dormancy feed (skip if first frost is within 4 weeks)

Warm-season grasses love heat and tolerate full sun. Mow Bermuda short (1-2 inches), Zoysia and St. Augustine taller (2-3 inches). Brown patch fungus and chinch bugs are the main pest pressures in humid summer months.

Lawn Care Considerations in Houston

Southern lawns face armyworms in late summer (especially after wet stretches), brown patch fungus through humid June-September, and chinch bugs in St. Augustine. Most Southern states have nutrient management rules limiting phosphorus and timing summer nitrogen applications. Bermuda, Zoysia, and St. Augustine dominate because they thrive in heat and humidity while tolerating year-round insect pressure.

Mow frequency
Once a week during active growth (late April through October). Bermuda grows fastest — may need two cuts per week during peak summer.
Mow height
Bermuda: 1 to 2 inches. Zoysia: 1.5 to 2.5 inches. St. Augustine: 3 to 4 inches (taller shades roots and crowds out weeds). Centipede: 1.5 to 2 inches.
Water needs
1 to 1.5 inches per week during active growth. Less in spring and fall when temperatures are mild.
Irrigation
Recommended in most of the Southeast for consistent green color through summer. St. Augustine lawns especially benefit from supplemental irrigation.

Lawn Care FAQs for Houston

Common questions homeowners ask about lawn care in Houston.

When does mowing season start in Houston, TX?
Late March through November
How often should I mow my lawn in Houston?
Once a week during active growth (late April through October). Bermuda grows fastest — may need two cuts per week during peak summer.
What is the best mowing height for a lawn in Houston?
Bermuda: 1 to 2 inches. Zoysia: 1.5 to 2.5 inches. St. Augustine: 3 to 4 inches (taller shades roots and crowds out weeds). Centipede: 1.5 to 2 inches.
When should I apply pre-emergent crabgrass control in Houston?
Mid-February to early March — apply before Bermuda starts greening up
When is the best time to aerate a lawn in Houston?
Late May through June — warm-season grasses tolerate aeration best during active growth
When should I overseed my lawn in Houston?
Not typically recommended in the Southeast — Bermuda recovers fastest from natural reseeding. Some operators overseed dormant Bermuda with perennial ryegrass for green winter color.
How much water does a lawn in Houston need?
1 to 1.5 inches per week during active growth. Less in spring and fall when temperatures are mild.
Do I need a sprinkler system for a lawn in Houston?
Recommended in most of the Southeast for consistent green color through summer. St. Augustine lawns especially benefit from supplemental irrigation.
What grass types are common in Houston, Texas?
Bermuda, Zoysia, St. Augustine, Centipede. Warm-season grasses love heat and tolerate full sun. Mow Bermuda short (1-2 inches), Zoysia and St. Augustine taller (2-3 inches). Brown patch fungus and chinch bugs are the main pest pressures in humid summer months.
What pests, diseases, and local regulations affect lawns in Houston?
Southern lawns face armyworms in late summer (especially after wet stretches), brown patch fungus through humid June-September, and chinch bugs in St. Augustine. Most Southern states have nutrient management rules limiting phosphorus and timing summer nitrogen applications. Bermuda, Zoysia, and St. Augustine dominate because they thrive in heat and humidity while tolerating year-round insect pressure.

Find a Lawn Care Pro in Houston

29 businesses listed
Free public directory of lawn care businesses in Houston. Listings are sourced from public business data — being listed here does not mean a business uses Lawnager software. Verified business owners can claim their listing to edit contact info and services.
Rogelio Ortega Lawn Services
5.0 (3)
Houston, TX 77002, USA
Lawn Doctor of West Houston
4.9 (649)
1777 Upland Dr # 105, Houston, TX 77043, USA
Evergreen Outdoor Services, LLC
4.9 (426)
11922 Green River Dr, Houston, TX 77044, USA
Texan Landscape Group
4.9 (239)
2000 Campbell Rd, Houston, TX 77080, USA
Pepe's Landscaping Designs
4.9 (186)
1405 Shadowdale Dr, Houston, TX 77043, USA
Ventura Landscape
4.9 (139)
Tanglewilde St, Houston, TX 77063, USA
Frankie’s Landscape LLC
4.9 (130)
11715 Dover St, Houston, TX 77031, USA
Douglas Lawn And Landscaping
4.9 (113)
14230 Wunderlich Rd, Houston, TX 77069, USA
2 Gals Landscaping and Construction LLC
4.9 (61)
3819 Bear Creek Meadows Ln, Houston, TX 77043, USA
LawnStarter - Houston Landscaping
4.9 (59)
2400 Hackett Dr, Houston, TX 77008, USA
Juan C Lopez Landscaping
4.9 (58)
8647 Sonneville Dr, Houston, TX 77080, USA
Nature Springs Landscaping
4.9 (53)
Houston, TX 77007, USA
New Green Landscaping
4.9 (49)
209 Wellington St, Houston, TX 77076, USA
Santos lawn service
4.9 (43)
9831 Deanwood St, Houston, TX 77040, USA
Absolute Lawn Care and Landscaping
4.8 (293)
2221 Silver St, Houston, TX 77007, USA
Hogue Landscape Services
4.8 (269)
2210 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018, USA
Helms Landscape Design, LLC
4.8 (126)
710 N Post Oak Rd Suite 103, Houston, TX 77024, USA
Texas Castro Landscaping LLC
4.8 (108)
6658 Thornwall St, Houston, TX 77092, USA
Lawn Lovin’ Mowers & Landscaping
4.8 (20)
1213 Ruthven St, Houston, TX 77019, USA
Dan's Quality Lawn and Landscaping Services
4.8 (10)
234 Blue Castle Ln, Houston, TX 77015, USA
Earthworks Landscape and Maintenance
4.7 (122)
13511 Greenlow Dr, Houston, TX 77067, USA
Houston Landscape Pros
4.7 (107)
9801 Westheimer Rd #300, Houston, TX 77042, USA
New Roots
4.7 (106)
5117 N Main St, Houston, TX 77009, USA
Danny's Landscaping
4.7 (87)
8619 Daycoach Ln, Houston, TX 77064, USA
Natural Wonders Landscaping
4.7 (44)
407 Coronado St, Houston, TX 77009, USA
Four Seasons Lawn & Landscaping LLC
4.6 (64)
7200 Eldridge Pkwy Suite C, Houston, TX 77083, USA
Fermin Lawn Maintenance
4.5 (41)
12978 Nimitz St, Houston, TX 77015, USA
Superior LawnCare
4.2 (64)
1231 Hahlo St, Houston, TX 77020, USA
Kingdom Lawn Care
711 Milby St #36, Houston, TX 77023, USA
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