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Turf Tips

Whether you do it yourself, or hire a company, observing the following suggestions will make a big difference in the quality of your lawn.

Mowing

  • Never remove more than 1/3 of the leaf blade per mow. 
  • Mow with sharp blades.
  • Avoid mowing when the turf and/or the soil is too wet.
  • Vary the mowing patterns to avoid ruts.
  • Mow the turf to a height of 3-4 inches.
  • Clippings are beneficial to the lawn unless the turf is diseased or has weed seeds present.
  • Avoid scalping the turf with string trimmers.

Irrigation

  • Irrigation is the supplemental application of water to a lawn.
  • The best time to water is between 4:00 and 10:00 a.m.
  • Deep, infrequent watering is preferable to frequent light watering.
  • Soil types will help determine irrigation practices as sandy soil drains quicker than soil with heavy clay. 

Fertilization

  • Proper use of fertilizer is an important part of maintaining a healthy stand of turf.
  • The label on a bag of fertilizer lists many ingredients with the main ingredients being nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K).
  • A soil test, recommended to be done about every three years, will help identify the nutritional needs of the soil.
  • Kentucky Bluegrass and Perennial Ryegrass needs 2-6 lbs of nitrogen per 1000 sq. ft. per season and Tall Fescue and Fine Fescue needs 1-4 lbs.
  • Slow-release fertilizer is preferable to quick release.
  • If possible, irrigate following fertilization. 
  • Blow off the hard surfaces following an application.
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