Best Cultural Practices - Southern Turf Grasses PDF

Locally owned & operated Superior products Expertly trained technicians Best Cultural Practices - Southern Turf Grasses Mowing Watering Mowing height and frequency are very important. It...

Locally owned & operated Superior products Expertly trained technicians Best Cultural Practices - Southern Turf Grasses Mowing Watering Mowing height and frequency are very important. It During hot and dry periods, lawns should be is recommended to keep your mower blade as sharp watered as much as needed to maintain its as possible. The size of your lawn will determine how desired green color. It’s best to water for long often you should sharpen the blade, and in most periods of time to saturate the soil, which will help cases, 1-2 times per year is sufficient. No more than strengthen the rooting system and reduce the risk a 1/3 of the grass blade should be removed at each of run-off. mowing. For safety reasons, it’s best to measure the blade height when the power supply is disconnected. For gas mowers, disconnect the spark plug wire or remove the battery from an electric mower. Measure the distance between the ground and the The ideal time to water your lawn is during the straight edge of the mower blade. Please refer to morning hours. Always avoid watering your lawn in the mowing heights recommended below, and the middle of the day or in the evening unless never shorter. nighttime temperatures are below 50˚F. Grass and soil surfaces should be allowed to dry before Common Bermuda 3/4" to 1-1/4” darkness to reduce the risk of turf injury. Hybrid Bermuda 1/2" to 1-1/2” St. Augustine 3' to 4” Zoysiagrass 1"to 2-1/2” Centipede Grass 1" to 2” Fescue 3" to 4” For more information, visit our website: weedman.com