Oddly, dethatching St. Augustine grass is a hotly-debated question in the horticulture world. Of course, it’s possible to dethatch any lawn. The real question is: should you? The reason this is such a touchy subject is that you should dethatch St. Augustine before you need to use a machine, which can destroy the grass. But, most …
Can You Dethatch St. Augustine Grass? Let’s Settle This! Read More »
St. Augustine is touted as a drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, luscious turf grass for the Southeast. But, it’s only luscious if it’s well maintained, and in order to be well-maintained, it has to be watered regularly. So, even if St. Augustine was drought tolerant, would it look good if it was water-stressed? Drought tolerance has much more …
In most southern climates, St. Augustine grass is the coveted turf of choice, while Bermuda grass is an invasive nuisance. If you’re planning on establishing a St. Augustine lawn, but have had issues with Bermuda in the past, you may be in for a challenge. However, there are some climates where Bermuda is planted on …
Will St. Augustine Take Over Bermuda Grass? It’s Complicated Read More »
For the last few months, I’ve been exploring some different uses for leaves since my yard gets a nice blanket of them, especially in the fall. There are a lot of benefits to mulching leaves whether you spread them directly onto the lawn or create a leaf mold bin, leaves break down much faster when …
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Two of the most popular choices of turf in warmer climates are Centipede grass and St. Augustine. They offer perfect aesthetic and durability for residential yard and commercial landscapes. Both have their benefits and will thrive in their environment if cared for properly. The issue is which one to chose for the project. What is …
Centipede Grass Vs. St. Augustine – Pros And Cons Of Each Read More »
Centipede grass is a slow-growing turfgrass that is known for being a low maintenance grass requiring little care. As with all yards, however, it does require some fertilization. But, it is important to know how much and when to use the fertilizer to prevent damaging the grass. What centipede grass fertilizer should you use and …
Centipede Grass Fertilizer: What to Use and When Read More »
The depth of roots in your lawn is critical for overall health. Deep roots help grasses survive stressful conditions, which is why a large part of lawn maintenance is directed at creating a deep, healthy root system. How deep do grassroots grow? In healthy soil, turf grasses will generally have a root depth of 6”–2’, …
Mulching can be part of any lawn care program. It breaks down into organic matter and provides nutrients to the soil. Some grasses, such as centipede grass, may need special care when it comes to mulching due to their characteristics and growing requirements. It is important to know the lawn care needed for specific grasses. …
Can You Mulch Centipede Grass? Here Are The Facts. Read More »
Crabgrass is an unattractive weed that seems to live and spread forever once it gets started in a yard. In some cases, weeds can be “choked out” by a healthy lawn. Centipede grass is very sensitive to some herbicides so it may be tempting to try and allow it to choke out the crabgrass. Will …
The type of soil in your yard is just one of many concerns an individual will feel when he or she approaches growing a green, healthy, beautiful lawn. One of the other concerns a person might have is the best type of grass to purchase for one’s soil, which an individual needs to know depending …
