FAQ

Most lawns require between 1-1 ½” of water per week.  This amount of moisture should be delivered by rainfall OR by watering in the early morning for approximately 15 minutes 3 days per week.  Irrigation or watering by hose should be considered a supplement to regular rainfall.  Do not water at night because this may lead to increased fungus/disease activity in the lawn, which is encouraged by dark and wet conditions. The goal is to have a dry lawn by nightfall whenever possible.

If we do not receive rainfall within a few days after a lawn treatment, it is best to water in fertilizer and pre-emergent products to receive the most benefit.  Liquid weed, crabgrass or insect controls are most effective when allowed to absorb into the grass plant for a day or two before watering. Granular fertilizer and insect controls are most effective when watered in within 24-48 hours after application.  Watering for approximately 20 minutes is sufficient.

Yes, it is possible, although very rare. Deep, established root systems could be destroyed by too frequent or an overabundance of water. Proper watering procedures prevent the risk of promoting disease. We would be happy to provide guidelines.

The lawn should be mowed at least once per week. It is almost always true that the greenest, healthiest most weed-free lawns are the ones which are regularly maintained at a height of 3-4”. ALWAYS use a sharp blade.  A dull mower blade rips and shreds the tissues of the grass blade, causing them to become brown. A rapid escape of internal moisture from a torn blade allows fungal spores to easily enter the wounds, which leads to disease. If you are mowing in early morning, it is beneficial to water immediately after, allowing the grass plant to recover from the stress of being cut. With weekly mowing, it is recommended that you leave the clippings down to provide further nutrients to the lawn. Remove the clippings if the grass is allowed to grow to a height beyond 4” or if there are clumps remaining.

Core aeration opens up the soil, allowing air and water penetration into the root zone of the grass.  This process loosens compacted soil and improves root development. Core aeration also helps break up thatch and increases the vigor of the turf.