Lawn Care/Kansas City, MO

Lawn Care Plan for Kansas City, MO

Climate Zone
6a
Season
April–October
Top Grass
Kentucky Bluegrass

Common Grass Types in Kansas City

Lawns in Kansas City typically grow Kentucky Bluegrass, Fescue and Zoysia. Each type has different mowing heights, watering needs, and fertilizer schedules. Your plan accounts for all of this.

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Zone 6a Growing Season

In USDA Zone 6a, the active growing season runs from April through October. Your lawn care plan is built around this window, with the right products timed to your local conditions. Pre-emergent, fertilizer, and weed control are all scheduled so you know exactly when to act.

Seasonal Timing for Kansas City

Spring
Pre-emergent herbicide, first mow, light fertilization. Soil temps need to hit 55°F before your lawn is ready.
Summer
Regular mowing, deep watering, pest monitoring. Stay on top of grubs and chinch bugs.
Fall
Aeration, overseeding (cool-season), final fertilizer. This is when cool-season lawns get their best growth.
Winter
Equipment maintenance, soil testing, planning for next season. Most lawns go dormant during this period.

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