Truth about growing grass in shade!
This is probably the most commonly asked question by our customers...so to shed some light on the situation, I've enclosed a great article from K-State research & extension-
Had a particularly stressful day at work? Go home and mow the lawn!
Did you know that Scientists have found that a chemical released by freshly cut grass makes people feel content?
Rain sensors save $$$$
Did you know that rain sensors are required by law in many states? Rain sensors can be retrofitted to fit nearly any controller to save you $$$$ and conserve our most important natural resource, water. There is also new technology called "smart sync" that considers temperature, wind & rain to properly calibrate as needed depending on the current weather conditions.
Powdery mildew on turf
This spring, I've noticed this disease on about 9 of 10 lawns I've looked at. Most if the sites have been on side yards where there is little air movement and poor light. Powdery mildew appears on the upper portion of the grass blade as a powdery white substance. This fungi is usually purely aesthetically displeasing, but can cause the plant to die if it is allowed to become severe enough to infect the crown portion of the plant. The best way to control the disease is to allow light penetration and better air movement. There are a # of fungicides labeled for co
Efficient Irrigation
Follow these steps when setting up your irrigation clock this spring. You will save water and improve the health of the turf in your lawn.
1st- Consider the amount of time you want to water each area **Note: consider differances with rotors, pop-ups and moisture requirements for each area in the lawn.
2nd- Consider and set the days you'd like to water.
“Smart” sprinkler controllers
Did you know that over half of household water use, on average, goes to maintaining yards and landscapes?
"Smart" sprinkler controllers ruduce outdoor water use by monitoring and using informations about site conditions (such as soil moisture, rain, wind, slop, soil, plant type and more), and applying the right amount of water bosed on those factors- not too much and not too little- to maintain healthy growing conditions. Call us to schedule a "Smart" sprinkler Inspection.
Snow mold
Moldy Turf? The prolonged snow cover this winter is leading to some snow mold development. There are several types of snow molds, molds tend to occur where there is a long
time-period of snow cover, especially where turf is
matted down and when the turf was very lush at the time of the initial snow.
mold activity.
Top seed varieties- 2009
Here are the 27 highest ranked fescue cultivars for the midwest as rated by K-state over the last 5 years :
2nd Millenium, Apache III, Avenger, Biltmore, Blackwatch, Cayenne, Cochise III, Dynasty, Escalade, Falcon IV, Fidelity, Finelawn Elite, Forte, Guardian 21, Inferno, Justice, Kalahari, Matador, Padre, Picasso, Regiment II, Rembrandt, Tar Heel, Titanium, Ultimate, Watchdog, & Wolfpack
Turf Pre-Pay Discounts
Looking to save money on your turf applications? Save an automatic 5% when pre-paying for the program this winter. Call the office or contact your applictor for more details!
How late can I seed?
Why Late Lawn Seedings Often Fail We normally recommend that Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue be seeded in September but no later than October 15. Though plantings later than October 15 can be successful, the odds of success diminish as time passes. This year has been so warm that those who planted a bit late will likely
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