For those of us in cool climates, fall and winter mean we don’t have to be out mowing on a weekly basis. But our grass still needs attention to keep it healthy and ready to thrive come springtime.

Apparently, it’s “No Mow May.” Keeping up with these new “official” additions to the yearly calendar is hard. I struggle to remember the usual holidays. Fortunately, No Mow May is a no-brainer for me.

Summers in San Diego are about beach days, sunsets, and last-minute runs to get fish tacos rather than pushing a loud mower through your yard just to feel the heat of the sun. Unless you are one of ...