Mowing Height for Lawn Grasses in Georgia Mow your lawn when the actual grass height exceeds the recommended height by one-third. For example, mow fescue when it grows to 4 inches tall. The easiest way to measure
The Story of Bermudagrass – Dr. Glenn Burton
Glenn W. Burton, 95, a Nebraska farm boy who became a world-famous agronomist died Nov. 22, it was reported in Tifton, Ga.. Dr. Burton was born in Clatonia, Neb., and raised on a farm in Bartley, Neb. He was a 19
Winter Weeds – Wiping on Herbicide
It is tempting to spray glyphosate (click for sources) or an organic non-selective weed killer (click for sources) on green winter weeds when your lawn grass is brown and dormant. However, bermudagrass is the onl
RESCUE THE FESCUE – A FALL PLANTING GUIDE
Early October ushers in our yearly fescue planting frenzy. Unirrigated fescue lawns reach their low point this season and many homeowners are making plans to overseed or to plant anew. This year’s planting period
Zoysia Lawns – Slow Green-up in 2014
I've been puzzled by the differences in health between different zoysia lawns. My neighbor 2 doors down has a green and verdant zoysia lawn. My neighbor around the corner has slow and spotty green-up.
Specticle G – For Weed Control
My bermuda lawn was inundated with ugly goose grass weed for 5 years. I tried all kinds of post and pre-emergence products with no luck at all. Last March 15th I used Specticle G by the Bayer company and applied
Weeds – Identification with Pictures
Weed control in the landscape is a tough business. You have to know a lot about the weed in question just to get started! As in most situations, a picture is worth a thousand words. Go through the sites below, t
The newest University of Georgia turfgrass release, TifTuf™ bermudagrass, is available to homeowners in 2016. Lawn owners can thank the late Dr. Glenn Burton at the University of Georgia’s Coastal Plain Experimen
Lawn – Choosing the Best Grass
The first and most important question to ask is how much sun will be available to the grass. It is much better to use a grass that will grow in the conditions available rather than fighting the environment year a
A picture is indeed worth a thousand words when it comes to describing lawn grasses. If you're thinking about what grass you'd like to have, here are pictures. Bermudagrass – green in summer, li
‘Emerald’ zoysiagrass has a very fine leaf texture but is less cold-tolerant than other zoysiagrass varieties. ‘Meyer’ has a wider leaf than ‘Emerald’ and has good cold tolerance. ‘El Toro’ grows rapidly and has
Turfgrasses (Lawn Grass) – Identifying
Unlike trees, which have distinctive leaves, or blooming plants, which have distinctive flowers, turfgrass identification is much more difficult for the amateur . There are five major lawn grasses grown in Georgi
Your Weedy Lawn Is A Good Thing
The next time your neighbor with the emerald green lawn casts a look down their nose at your less than perfect lawn, don't feel bad. The fact of the matter is that your
Tips For Improving The Lawn And Reducing Maintenance
An attractive edging can be constructed with paving stones or brick and laid flush with the lawn. This kind of edging will also reduce the need for hand trimming. Steel
Choosing The Right Grass For Your Yard
Choosing the right grass for your yard can make the difference between having a low-maintenance lawn and one that requires a lot of upkeep. Keep reading to learn more about t
Lawn edging is a great way to help define borders, creating a barrier between the lawn and other areas of the landscape. The material you choose and how you use it with
Common Garden Weeds: Identifying Weeds By Soil Type
By looking closely at the weeds in a garden and surrounding landscape, you can maintain the soil's quality more effectively; thus, producing a healthier environme
Eliminate Mushrooms In Your Lawn
Lawn mushrooms are a common landscaping problem. For many people who pride themselves on having nice looking grass, discovering mushrooms in lawn can be frustrating. But the
Caring For Autumn Lawns – Lawn Care Tips For The Fall
Your lawn did its part, now it’s your turn. All summer long your lawn offered its welcoming green carpet for your family activities, but, come fall, it needs some help to kee
Many lawn fans consider taking the time to roll out a grass lawn every spring to be an essential part of proper lawn maintenance. But others consider lawn rolling a unnecessa
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