While looking out our front windows watching the snow melt, we notice that what lies beneath the snow is not looking so beautiful. The yards of our Richmond new homes have definitely seen greener days. The Grasshopper Lawnmower Company has a few early season tips that can assist you in having a beautiful green spring lawn. 1.  Clean up - Remove leaves, twigs, garbage and other dead debris. 2.  Mow - The first mowing should be low to encourage growth and remove the dead top of the grass shoots. 3.  Consider Aerating - This should be done one time a year to loosen soil and allow water, nutrients and oxygen to reach grass roots. 4.  Reseed dead spots - Remove dead grass, churn up soil, add some extra top soil and sprinkle with good-quality seed. (Of course don't forget to water your seedlings!) […]