Valleycrest - Sacramento's Licensed Landscaping Services

Dead patches are often a sign of underlying issues like compacted soil, poor drainage, or shallow roots. Our most effective approach involves core aeration to relieve soil compaction, followed by overseeding with drought-tolerant grass varieties suited to our climate, and a customized fertilization plan. This tackles the root cause for a longer-lasting repair.

We recommend a multi-step process: first, auditing and optimizing your irrigation system for efficiency. Then, we can gradually convert high-water-use turf areas to drought-resistant native grasses or attractive, water-wise landscaping with mulch and native plants. This significantly reduces water consumption while keeping your yard green and beautiful.

For lawns that brown out annually, a sustainable long-term solution is improving the soil's health and water retention. We implement deep-root fertilization, apply soil amendments like compost, and consider installing a smart irrigation controller. This builds a resilient lawn foundation that better withstands Sacramento's hot, dry summers.