TURF TIPS

Bermuda Maintenance

Water Needs: Generally demands low water.  Needs a deep soaking every 5-7 days during dry periods at least one inch of water per application.  Avoid frequent, shallow watering that results in shallow roots, permitting weed germination and growth.

Soil and Fertilizer Needs:  Adapted to a variety of soils-tolerates alkaline and slightly acidic soils.  Use a complete fertilizer containing nitrogen phosphate, and potassium in spring and fall.  Apply nitrogen at 2-4 lbs. Per 1000 sq. feet of lawn annually.  For quality hybrid Bermuda, apply 0.5 to 1 lb of nitrogen fertilizer per 1000 s feet at monthly intervals annually during growing season. 

Disease, weed and Insect control:  Great resistance to most serious turf diseases.  When maintained properly dense turf produced by Bermuda prevents many weeds from appearing.  Should herbicide control be required for grassy or broadleaf weeds, spring applications are best.  Mowing heights range from ½” to 3“.  

Zoysia Maintenance

Water Needs:  Low to medium apply at least 1 inch of water as a deep soaking every 4 to 7 days to encourage a deep, root system during dry or hot periods.  Avoid frequent, shallow watering that results in shallow roots, permitting weed germination and growth. 

Mowing and Thatching:  Optimum mowing height ½ to 1-½ inches for a high quality lawn, slow growth rate reduces mowing frequency.  Mow regularly with a sharp rotary or reel mower, allowing clippings from frequent mowing to remain on the lawn. Never remove more than 1/3 of the shoot growth at one mowing.  Periodic vertical cutting may be needed to control thatch accumulation if high nitrogen is applied. 

Soil and Fertilizer Needs:  Tolerates high salinity and infertile soil relatively well.  Fertilize twice a year, spring and fall, with a complete fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphate and potassium- apply at 2 to 4 lbs. Per 1000 sq feet per year.  Water thoroughly after fertilization. 

Disease, Weed and Insect Control:  Some varieties have good resistance to disease such as rust and leaf spot, and to billbugs.  The dense turf produced by Zoysiagrass prevents most weeds from appearing. 

SE Supreme

Water Needs: Apply .05 to 1 inch of water everyday after sodding lawn for the first 7-10 days. Reduce to 3-5 days a week after this and maintain water amount to keep lawn soaked to encourage a deep, healthy root system. During summer stress, avoid frequent shallow watering, which promotes shallow roots and weaker turfgrass and helps promote weed germination.

Mowing and Thatching: Optimum mowing height of 2 to 4 inches for a high quality good looking lawn. Make sure you are on the higher side during the summer stress period. Maintain with a sharp mower and it is not necessary to remove clippings. Do not remove more than 1/3 of leaf surface, which means if needed then increase the number of times the lawn is mowed. Most home lawns don’t form severe thatch problems, however it would be okay if you aerate your lawn once a year in the fall.

Disease, Weed and Insect Control: SE Supreme  is resistant to most diseases, however you should watch your lawn in the hottest months (July and August) for any signs of disease. Chemical control of winter and summer annuals should be applied as a Pre-Emergent in Early September and Mid March. SE Supreme  shouldn’t require any pre-emergence if maintained to standards. Insects shouldn’t be a problem, however watch your lawn for any visible changes in color and density.

Soil and Fertilizer Needs: SE Supreme adapts to all of our soils in this area and has a dense root system using any soil moisture to its advantage. Fertilize a minimum of twice a year with a complete fertilizer in the spring and fall and avoid heavy fertilizer applications in mid to late summer. If possible use a slow release fertilizer to feed the grass over a longer period and reduce applications. Fertilize with 2-4 pounds of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet a year. Make sure you water thoroughly after each application with a minimum of 1 inch of water.

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