It’s time to cut back on turf watering during winter months. Irrigating twice a month would be the maximum and less if there is a good rain. Proper moisture management encourages plants to grow roots deeper into the soil, making them healthier and more drought-tolerant. Over watering can damage plant roots. The amount of water […]
Weeds are already popping and this mild winter will encourage more. Preemergence herbicides are applied before the weed sprouts through the soil surface. Apply preemergence herbicides January to March before the soil temperature has warmed to 55 degrees. A liquid pre-emergent will also prevent and control annual summer weeds like crabgrass, foxtail, clover and spurge. […]
Fight the Weeds in 2019! This mild winter has brought weed growth to North Texas. Now is the best time to apply Pre-Emergent and Post-Emergent Weed Control to prevent weed growth during the Spring and Summer months. A liquid post-emergent is needed for the control of existing Winter grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds such as […]
After the hot dry temperatures in July, everyone has some turf damage. So what do you do now? Watch for turf insects. Chinch bugs: summer insect Small, BB size, black body with whitish wings, some without wings On leaf blades sucking moisture or on the ground Grubs: May/June larva causing Summer and Fall damage […]
Weed Alert!! Weed Alert!! This mild winter has brought weed growth to North Texas. Now is the best time to apply Pre-Emergent and Post-Emergent Weed Control to prevent weed growth during the Spring and Summer months. A liquid post-emergent is needed for the control of existing Winter grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds such as henbit […]
Fall: Fertilizer Treatment and Winterizing Turf Apply an application of a slow release granular fertilizer with Nitrogen and Potassium now to build a strong root growth. During the winter months, your lawn needs at least one inch of water per month because the root system is still active during the winter months. Most […]
Summer bugs are back! We are now seeing and treating the following bugs in turf.  Chinch bugs: If you have Bermuda or St. Augustine turf, these will show up in the hottest, sunniest parts of your yard. The grass will look dry, yet watering won’t help. If you see this happening, look at the […]
January through March is the best time to apply Pre-Emergent and Post-Emergent Weed Control to prevent weed growth during the Spring and Summer months. A liquid post-emergent is needed for the control of existing winter grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds such as henbit and dandelions. Plus, a liquid pre–emergent is needed to prevent and control annual […]