Winter Lawn Care in North Florida Dormant but Not Dead
By Brandon Labonte
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In Alachua, winter grass isn't dead, just resting. Learn simple winter lawn care tips to protect your turf now and set up a greener, stronger lawn for spring.
Every winter, the same question pops up: "Is my lawn dead?" In North Florida, including Alachua, most homeowners have warm-season grasses like St. Augustine or Bermuda. When cooler weather and shorter days arrive, these grasses slow way down and may lose some color. That "sleepy" look can be alarming, but in most cases, your lawn isn't dead—it's just resting. Here's how to take care of your lawn in the cooler months so it wakes up stronger when spring returns.