When you live in such a climate, there is really only one you can do to help your lawn survive once the snow and frosts hit. This is to simply minimize traffic over the lawn. Walking over a snow or ice-laden lawn puts more pressure on the grass beneath, and continual pressure of this kind may eventually kill the lawn.

Remember to drain and close down your sprinkler system if you live in a climate where freezing is likely to occur, to prevent any breakage caused by water freezing in the pipes. If your lawn needs a light application of water during a dry winter, your hose will suffice for this.

If you live in a warmer climate where snow isn't a common occurrence, you'll have a few more options for taking care of your lawn during the winter. However, with one exception, all of your most important winter lawn care strategies should implemented the fall to get the most benefit. There are just two exceptions. First, in warm, dry climates, your lawn may need occasional watering over the winter. Second, even though your grass is dormant, weeds have a habit of appearing, even in the dead of winter, so be on the lookout, and apply a weed control product if necessary.

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