April is National Lawn & Garden Month, aka the perfect excuse to get back outside and give your yard a little love. After a long winter, your lawn is ready for a fresh start, and the good news is, it doesn’t have to be complicated!

With just a few key products (and a little effort), you can go from patchy and tired to green and thriving in no time.

Give Your Lawn a Good Meal

Ace Lawn Fertilizer feeds your grass in one easy step, helping it grow thicker, greener, and stronger from the roots up. It’s designed to build deep roots that can handle heat and drought later in the season, while giving you that quick green-up everyone loves. Even better, it keeps working for up to 8 weeks, so you’re not constantly reapplying. Just spread it, water it in, and let it do its thing.

Kick Weeds to the Curb

Roundup Weed and Grass Killer goes straight to the root, taking out tough weeds like dandelions, crabgrass, and clover before they take over your yard. It works fast (rainproof in as little as 30 minutes), and you’ll start seeing results in hours. Got a problem spot you want to redo? No problem. You can replant in as little as a few days, so you’re back in control of your space.

Fill in the Gaps

If your lawn is looking a little thin or patchy, you’re not alone. Winter can be tough, but spring is the perfect time to fix it. This Scotts seed mix is made to handle just about anything – full sun, shady spots, and everything in between. It also includes nutrients to help roots grow deep and strong, which means thicker, healthier grass over time. Whether you’re starting fresh or just filling in a few rough spots, this is an easy way to bring your lawn back to life.

Spread the Love

Here’s a little secret: even the best products won’t work well if they’re applied unevenly. A spreader takes the guesswork out of it. The Scotts Turf Builder EdgeGuard Mini Broadcast Spreader helps you apply fertilizer, seed, and more with smooth, consistent coverage with no missed spots, no overdoing it. It’s easy to use, holds enough for up to 5,000 square feet, and even has an EdgeGuard feature to keep product off your sidewalks and driveway. Basically, it helps you get pro-looking results without the hassle.

A great lawn doesn’t happen overnight but starting now makes all the difference. A little feeding, a little weed control, some fresh seed, and the right tools go a long way.

Stop by Ace Hardware Fort Collins and get everything you need to kick off the season right. Your lawn (and your future summer hangouts) will thank you. 🌱