Lawn Care Articles

Excessive top growth requires more mowings that can produce weaker roots. Once the root mass has been reduced, the tolerance to drought is reduced. The grass plant goes into shock...

California is where all types of grass grow in specific regions throughout the state.  Warm season, cool season, and a combination of both can be observed throughout the state.  Maintaining...

There are reasons to raise and lower the height of cut-on grasses throughout the growing season. Certain turfgrasses like Bermuda require a lower mowing height to perform best. Other turfgrasses...

Nutrients within the soil are of the utmost importance when starting a fertilization program to achieve a deep, green lawn. Nutrients react to grass type, soil conditions, and climate. Grass...

Managing turfgrass in high-traffic areas within your lawn requires selecting the best type of grass that can withstand environmental and mechanical stress. The grass's resilience and recuperative ability are the...

Sod has a mature root system that establishes faster than seed. It can be laid in spring, summer, fall, or even winter if the ground isn’t frozen. Watering is the...

Knowing the growth habits of the seed before seeding is essential, as this can predict whether the result will be uniform across the surface. Grass plants emerge from seeds, and...

Warm weather in February or March doesn’t mean spring is here. Late freezes can damage plants, trees, and turfgrass if they start growing too early. Wait for consistent soil temperatures...

St. Augustine is dominant for home lawns statewide but is high maintenance, while bermuda is the go-to for sports fields and golf courses in North and Central Florida. Seashore Paspalum...

Pre-emergent herbicides should be applied before weed seed germination in the spring.  Once weeds germinate and begin to grow, a post-emergent herbicide can be used if applied in the early...

Combining organic topdressing and humic acid applications may optimize soil structure and  nutrient retention. This combination can increase water efficiency. Introducing bacteria and microbes increases microbial activity, utilizing dead organic...

Spring fertilizers for both cool and warm season grasses should focus on balanced nutrients and promote deep root growth. Soil tests guide the application rates for specific nutrients, and should...