Q&A

• How often should I mow my lawn?

Once a week in the growing season. Keep mower blades sharp as dull blades can cause damage to the grass blades. Also try and keep clippings in the yard to feed the lawn but do not leave large clumps.

• How often should I water my lawn?

Most lawns need about 1 to 1.5 inches a week from either irrigation or rain. The best time to water your lawn is in the morning.

Why do I need weed control in the winter?

Weeds like chickweed, henbit, poa annua, and other types of winter weeds sprout in the fall and thrive through the winter. If you do not control these weeds the thin or dormant grass.

At what height should I mow my Bermuda grass?

During the active growing season, you want to keep the height short between 1.5-2.5”. Mow weekly for best results. Your first mow of the season you want to cut at the shortest because Bermuda is only green at the top of the blade, the rest is of the blade is brown known as thatch. If you do not cut it short on the first cut and keep it long this can result in a brown looking turf every time you mow.

• At what height should I cut my Zoysia grass?

During the active growing season Zoysia grass should be cut between 1.5-2.5”. Mow weekly for best results.

• At what height should I cut my Centipede grass?

During the active growing season, you should cut Centipede grass at 1.5-2”.  Do not scalp Centipede grass as it does not recover as well as other warm seasons grasses. Mow weekly for best results.

• At what height should I cut my Tall Fescue?

During the active growing months spring and the fall keep height around 3-3.5”. During the Summer keep height around 4” and the winter around 3”. Never cut off more than 1/3 of the blade.