Hurricane Update: A Year After Milton and Helene
Is Your Lawn Still Suffering After Hurricane Milton? Here’s What You Need to Know
As Florida homeowners continue to rebuild and restore their homes in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene, there’s one part of the property that often gets overlooked: the lawn. While roofs have been repaired, walls repainted, and landscaping tidied, many lawns across the Bradenton, Sarasota, and Lakewood Ranch areas still haven’t bounced back.
So, what gives? Why does your lawn still look patchy, yellowing, or lifeless months after the storm?
The Hidden Damage Beneath the Surface
Hurricanes don’t just damage trees and structures. The water from a major storm like Milton can do lasting harm to your soil and grass. According to our recent article on How Hurricanes Impact Soil and What You Can Do About It, excess water and flooding can:
- Compact soil, restricting root growth
- Strip away vital nutrients
- Introduce saltwater contamination, especially in coastal areas
- Encourage fungal diseases and root rot
Even if your lawn looks like it survived the storm, it might be suffering from these long-term effects beneath the surface. And that could mean slow, uneven growth or a lawn that simply won’t green up like it used to.
Signs Your Lawn May Need Replacing
If your lawn hasn’t recovered to your satisfaction, keep an eye out for these red flags:
- Persistent brown patches that don’t improve with watering
- Weeds taking over in bare spots
- Grass that feels spongy or mushy underfoot (a sign of root damage)
- A general lack of new growth, even in warm weather
If this sounds familiar, it might be time to consider resodding.
A Fresh Start with Bayside Sod
At Bayside Sod, we’ve been helping Florida homeowners restore their lawns for over three decades. As a fifth-generation family farm, we understand the unique challenges our climate (and hurricane season) bring. We grow our sod right here in Florida, ensuring it’s ready to thrive in your yard.
Not sure where to start? We’re here to help. Our team offers free quotes, expert guidance, and turn-key installation to make your lawn transformation stress-free.
Don’t Let Your Lawn Be the Last Thing to Recover
Your lawn is the welcome mat to your home. If it still looks like it’s stuck in recovery mode, let Bayside Sod give it the fresh start it deserves.
Call our priority customer care number at (941) 213-7442 today or contact us online here to get your free quote and see how easy it can be to love your lawn again.
