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2026 Spring has arrived...
Lawn Update: Freeze Burn on Tall Fescue & Bluegrass – What Happened & What's Next?
We know you're seeing brown, crispy tips and patchy color on your turf—especially on tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass. This isn't disease or poor care; it's freeze burn from last week's brutal cold snap (lows dipped to 14–15°F after weeks of mild temperatures). The rapid drop stressed the leaf blades, killing off the outer tissue while roots stayed alive. Wind and dry soil made it worse—classic winter whiplash.
Good news: your grass isn't dead. It's just shedding damaged leaves. Expect visible recovery in 7–10 days as soil warms (mid-60s this week, steady into next) and roots push through new growth. By early April, most yards should green up nicely—maybe a little slower if we get another surprise freeze.
What KHLC is Doing:
We're tending the lawns with our early spring applications, evaluating and addressing them as we go.
What Should You Do?
- Please, no low mowing! Trimming brown tips too early could expose fresh tissue to another cold snap or sudden heat, slowing recovery.
- Deep watering (1 inch every 3–4 days, if there's no rain) to help roots rebound.
If you have questions, please feel free to reach out!
- Charlie -
What should you be doing for your lawn?
Critical strategies for your lawns NOW:
1. MOW HIGH!
2. EFFECTIVE WATERING: Never water between noon and midnight!
"Watering after noon is like boiling vegetables." - Charlie
If you have questions feel free to contact us any time.
Remember to look at your lawn care report for recommendations regarding lawn care.

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Charles Hagen, C.L.P., President/Co-Founder
Laura King, Co-Founder and Artist
Owners, King Hagen Lawn Care L.L.C.
Since January 2004
Laura King Fine Arts
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"I believe creativity bolsters our humanity, gives us a voice, tells our stories, paves our way to seeing innovation, problem-solving and decency, holds the compass for navigating spirituality, pain and joy."
- Laura King
Deep Dive, watercolor on paper, 9" x 12"