How to Protect Your Lawn from Snow Mold This Winter
Homeowners in Newmarket, Aurora, and East Gwillimbury know that long, snowy winters can be tough on lawns. One of the most common problems that shows up in spring is snow mold — a turf disease caused by heavy snow sitting on grass for extended periods. Fortunately, with the right fall lawn care steps, you can prevent snow mold and give your grass the best chance to come back strong in spring.
At Qscapes Lawn Care & Landscaping, we provide professional lawn cutting and seasonal services that prepare your yard for winter and reduce the risk of disease.
What Is Snow Mold?
Snow mold is a fungus that develops when snow covers the ground for weeks or months at a time. When spring arrives and the snow melts, affected lawns reveal:
Circular gray or pink patches
Matted, dead-looking grass
Thin, weak turf that struggles to recover
While snow mold is common in cold climates like York Region, it can often be prevented with proper fall lawn care.
Steps to Prevent Snow Mold
1. Schedule a Final Lawn Cutting
Leaving grass too long before winter increases the risk of snow mold. For the last cut of the season, we recommend mowing to about 2 to 2.5 inches. This helps the turf resist matting under snow and improves airflow.
2. Remove Leaves and Debris
Leaves, sticks, and other debris trap moisture and create the perfect environment for mold. A fall clean-up that includes raking and garden bed clearing reduces this risk significantly.
3. Avoid Over-Fertilizing in Late Fall
Too much nitrogen late in the season encourages lush growth that is highly susceptible to mold. A balanced fertilizer applied earlier in the fall is more beneficial.
4. Aerate and Overseed (Optional)
Aeration and overseeding in fall improve soil health and turf density, which helps lawns resist disease long-term.
The Role of Professional Lawn Services
DIY lawn care can go a long way, but professional service ensures every step is done correctly. At Qscapes Lawn Care & Landscaping, we combine final grass cutting, debris removal, and lawn health treatments into a single fall package that helps protect your lawn through the winter.
Don’t Let Snow Mold Damage Your Lawn
Spring is much easier when your lawn starts healthy. By booking fall lawn cutting and clean-up now, you’ll reduce the risk of snow mold and enjoy greener, thicker grass once the snow melts.
📍 Serving Newmarket, Aurora, and East Gwillimbury, Qscapes Lawn Care & Landscaping is your trusted partner for year-round lawn care and seasonal services.
Contact us today to schedule your fall services before winter sets in.