Plan now for a weed-free, lush green lawn. Growing grass successfully is easy and not time-consuming when done yourself. Stop weeds before they start! A good lawn program is an essential part of every great-looking lawn. The secret to a good lawn program can be divided into two parts:
(1) Fertilization: The key to fertilizing green grass is Nitrogen and Magnesium. Nitrogen is for growth and helps provide the green color, while Magnesium is for chlorophyll production and aids in color as well.
(2) Weed control: The key to weed control is both pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicide.
The most important of the two is the pre-emergent because it kills the weeds at the surface. The young tender sprout stops growing and dies. Pre-emergent breaks the cycle of regrowth of new weeds. Most pre-emergent comes with fertilizer already in it and works for up to three months. It kills the weeds and fertilizes all at the same time. Timing is everything! The best time to use this is in February and May.
Post-emergent herbicide is a broadleaf weed control. When the weed is visible and growing in the grass, this should be applied. Post-emergent should be used only as needed.
Let's return to the topic of fertilizers. Fertilizer is composed of the three primary nutrients essential for plants: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K), along with secondary nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, and sulfur in small quantities. It's important to note that fertilizers do not serve as plant food; plants create their own nourishment using water, carbon dioxide, and sunlight, with fertilizer supporting this process. Nitrogen is particularly crucial for turfgrass as it promotes new growth and imparts a lush, green hue, being the most heavily consumed nutrient by grass. Additionally, magnesium is essential for chlorophyll production, which enhances the plant's color and vitality.
*Please note that fertilizer should not be overused! It is best to use a slow release, organic fertilizer so you don't burn your lawn.
Basic Turfgrass Plan:
December - January: Espoma All Season Lawn Food
February - Early March: Pre-emergent Weed and Feed
May: Pre-emergent Weed and Feed
July - August: All Season Lawn Food or Summer Revitalizer
September - October: Over-seed with turf-type tall fescue blend grass seed and lawn seed starter fertilizer. We are proud to carry Five Star Lawn Seed.
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