Fall into September….
September is
the herald of fall for Jefferson County.
The children are back to school, temperatures are (hopefully) starting
to cool, and Labor Day is the last week-end the pool is open. In our yards and gardens this is a great time
to take care of a few things.
This is the best time to plant cool season grasses like tall
fescue, bluegrass and Rye. Relatively
low weed pressure (competition), Lower rainfall and cooler temperatures gives
turf a great start before winter. Most
of your lawn renovation should take place before mid-October. Remember that includes weed kill, soil
preparation and seed germination so if you have been thinking of planting grass
seed make plans now. Rental equipment,
seed and labor can be difficult to find if not reserved soon.
Want to get started? This can help! Improving Turf through
Renovation:
Not sure what you want to plant or you want to know the
difference between bluegrass and Zoysia grass?
Selecting the Right Grass for Your Kentucky Lawn:
Give your new lawn a great start with the proper care from
the beginning. This can save you both time and money! Lawn Establishment in Kentucky:
Supplemental irrigation is important and can be confusing as
you do not want to over-water or water too often. Home Lawn Irrigation:
Of course a good quality lawn needs a lot more than a little
seed and fertilizer.
*Keep your new turf healthy with correct mowing techniques
(Sharpen the mower blades often).
*By mulching your grass clippings and not bagging them you
can provide your lawn with up to a pound of nitrogen a season.
*Less fertilizer in the spring can lessen stress and disease
pressure in the summer months.
And yes, you can be “green” and still care for your
lawn. Stepping away from chemicals and
extra hours of maintenance is possible!
Low Maintenance Lawn Care, Stressing Pest Avoidance and
Organic Inputs:
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