One thing most people do wrong with their grass is cutting
it too short. The shorter the blade the less moisture it can
hold. The longer the grass is the harder it is for weeds to
grow. I suggest about 2-3 inches in the spring and fall and
about 3-4 inches in the summer. The only time you should cut
your grass really short is when you plan on over seeding.
This will help the seeds get a good start, while stunting
your existing lawn.
The healthier your soil, the less time you will have to
spend on your lawn. It will hold more water and require less
fertilizer. Spraying your lawn with pesticides can have a
negative effect on the soil in your lawn by killing insects
that break down the nutrients needed. This will not happen
if you use an organic fertilizer.
Growing Green Grass
Everyone wants a lush beautiful green lawn, yet so many people
are often dismayed by the amount of work it takes to maintain their
landscape. Growing grass that is capable of causing the Jones’s
to gasp in awe doesn't have to be a dream. You can have a beautiful
lawn, but first you need to realize a few simple steps to ensure
that you are doing everything possible to ensure your lawn is healthy,
green, and full of life.
First, you will need to determine what type of grass is best for
your yard. You should check with your zoning and climate recommendations,
as well as consult your local nursery for advice on the best types
of lawn for your area. Choosing a grass specimen that is native
to your area can go a long way in ensuring its health and vitality.
By choosing the best grass type for your climate, area, and environment
you will have the best success. You may also want to have your soil
tested before selecting your grass as well. Having the soil tested
before you plant is a great way to prepare the ground for the new
lawn.
To ensure that your grass grows in the best form possible, you
will need to pay special attention to how you prepare the soil before
planting. Once you have your soil analyzed, you can adjust the soil
to make sure it has the proper ph balance. Next, you should remove
all preexisting weeds and other grass that is on the site. This
is vital to preventing a problem with weed overgrowth later on.
You should also double check that the ground is level or slopes
in areas that are in accordance to your landscaping design. It may
also be necessary to add more soil and create a more level foundation.
Once you have the results of your soil test and have prepared the
ground, you can add fertilizer. This will ensure that your grass
will grow abundantly and with the best chance of success. Once your
seed is established (any where from 7-35 days) you will need to
continue to take care of your lawn to ensure it remains green and
vital. You should continually water your new lawn daily and have
great patience. Keep people from walking on your newly established
grass and you will give it the best chance to thrive. You won't
need to mow your new lawn for roughly 60-90 days after you have
planted seed. However, once your lawn is long enough to mow, you
will find that mowing is an effective tool for maintaining the health
of your lawn. First, you should never mow more than a ½ at
a time. Mowing your lawn too short can damage it. Always let the
cuttings remain in the lawn so that they can help bring nutrients
to the soil. About the same time you begin to mow, you can also
begin to water the grass less frequently. Start decreasing the amount
of watering to roughly 1-2 times per month. After you have decreased
the frequency of watering and have begun mowing your lawn, you can
apply the next application of fertilizer. By applying these tips,
you will be rewarded with a lush and healthy green lawn.
Aerating
Your Lawn
Some of the benefits of lawn aeration is improved
nutrients, water and oxygen to the grass roots. Using an aerator
is actually quite simple, most are power assisted so you don't have
to push them.
Everybody loves the look and feel of green grass.
The most important things for growing grassare
watering, grass type, controlling weeds, de thatching and mowing.
Different lawns will require more or less help with different
aspects for grass to grow.
There are only 50 types of grass that are
suitable for growing in our lawns. The rest of them would
die from being cut too often. The 50 plants actually benefit
from being cut so often. By mowing we reduce the leaves, this
causing a reduction in photosynthesis. This causes the plant
to produce more leaves, creating a thicker lawn.
