Nobody Knows Grass Like a Hippie
Your grass doesn’t have to fry like bacon. Here’s how to beat the heat, the stress, and the sprinkler chaos — Hippie style.
Summer in Texas can feel like your lawn’s being slow-roasted in a solar oven. But fear not, fellow grass lovers — with the right moves, a little Hippie Juice, and some good ol’ soil smarts, your yard can thrive instead of crisp. We’re giving you four essential (and hilarious) summer lawn care tips that’ll keep your grass green, proud, and standing tall.
Let’s go over those tips...
Tip 1: Mow High or Watch Your Lawn Cry
If you're scalping your lawn in summer, please stop. You're not giving it a buzzcut — you're giving it a sunburn. Mowing too short exposes the soil, dries out the roots, and invites heat stress faster than you can say “patchy.” Keep those blades high, friends. 3 to 4 inches is the sweet spot for most grasses in the Gulf Coast. Tall grass shades the soil, retains moisture, and makes weeds feel unwelcome.
When you mow too short in summer, it’s like sending your lawn outside without sunscreen and a hat. ? Shortcuts may look “clean,” but what you’re really doing is exposing tender crown tissue to blazing heat, which leads to sun-scorched blades, shallow roots, and a lawn that cries for help every time the forecast hits 90°. And let’s be honest — in Texas, that’s every day that ends in “y.”
Want to make weeds work harder to invade your space? Keep your grass taller. A dense, shaded turf canopy is your lawn’s natural defense system. It blocks sunlight from reaching weed seeds and crowds out those rude party crashers like crabgrass and spurge. So raise that mower deck, pour yourself a lemonade, and let your grass throw some shade (literally).
Tip 2: Water Deep, Your Roots Are Thirsty, Not Clingy
You wouldn’t water your plants with a spray bottle and expect them to thrive, right? So why mist your lawn like you’re sending it mixed signals? Your grass isn’t looking for a shallow relationship — it needs commitment. Surface-level watering might feel like you’re helping, but you’re only encouraging weak roots and high-maintenance turf.
What your lawn really craves is deep, infrequent watering. That means soaking it good once or twice a week, depending on rainfall, so moisture reaches the root zone where it actually matters. Shallow watering? That just evaporates and leaves your lawn thirsty and confused. Aim for 30 to 45 minutes per zone, especially in the early morning, when the sun isn’t out to sabotage your efforts.
Still unsure if you’re overwatering, underwatering, or just winging it? Don’t stress. Text us a pic of your lawn at 346-617-0983, and we’ll help decode the signs. Or better yet, let Hippie Fertilizing build you a custom watering plan that works for your schedule and your soil.
Tip 3: Feed It Right — Because Grass Has Taste Too
Your lawn isn’t picky… but it does like quality. Skip the chemical junk and give your grass a meal it can metabolize. Our go-to summer snack? 10-3-5. This organic-based blend gives your yard everything it needs without overloading it like a greasy fast-food combo.
Summer isn’t the time to blast your turf with synthetic nitrogen. That’s like giving an energy drink to someone already overheated. Instead, slow and steady feeding supports soil biology and keeps your grass green and grounded.
? Learn more about why 10-3-5 is your lawn’s summer BFF here: Watch the video
Tip 4: Don’t Ignore the Signs — Your Grass is Trying to Talk to You
Curled blades, silver tints, or crunchy patches? That’s your grass waving a white flag. These are early signs of stress, and ignoring them is like pretending your car doesn’t need oil because it’s still moving.
Sometimes it’s not just heat — it's poor watering habits, shallow roots, or even compacted soil crying out for help. When you catch those signs early, it’s way easier (and cheaper) to fix. That’s why we always say: don’t wait for a full-blown lawn meltdown to start paying attention. A few proactive steps now can save you from a crunchy, patchy, barefoot nightmare later.
Not sure what your lawn is trying to tell you? That’s where we come in. Snap a pic, send us a text at 346-617-0983, and we’ll help you discover your turf’s cries for help. Whether it’s a nutrient deficiency, water imbalance, or just some misunderstood St. Augustine drama — Hippie Fertilizing has your back (and your blades). ?✌️
? Bonus tip: Avoid walking on grass when it’s dry or stressed. You’re not helping. In fact, your flip-flops might be breaking hearts (and blades).
? Text us pics of your lawn to 346-617-0983 for a fast, personalized evaluation.
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Final Thoughts from Hippie Fertilizing
Summer lawn care doesn’t have to be stressful. With the right mix of mowing, watering, feeding, and Hippie support, your lawn can stay green, soft, and barefoot-ready all season long.
Whether your yard needs a full recovery or just a mid-season tune-up, Hippie Fertilizing is here to help. We don’t just spray and pray — we support your soil, protect your turf, and keep things funky fresh.
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