Lawn Care Tips

Water - PLEASE WATER! Lack of water ruins the crabgrass control barrier, weed control becomes less effective and there is increased disease potential 1 1/2" per week is advised. Only water when the lawn needs water.

Weeds - Weed control used by FERTILAWN is capable of controlling 40 different varieties of broadleaf weeds, such as dandelions, which can only be controlled by spraying directly on the leaves, so, please don't dig! We apply weed control on an "as needed" basis.

Crabgrass - Total control is impossible: to 80% 1st year; 80-90% 2nd year; and 90-95% 3rd year (under normal conditions). Allowing the lawn to dry out ruins the crabgrass barrier. Raking or disturbing the soil ruins the barrier. Mow the lawn at 2 1/2 - 3 inches. Crabgrass seeds are photosensitive and need light to germinate. Bare areas are almost impossible to keep free of crabgrass, also hot areas, along street, sidewalk and driveways.

Mowing - Here are some proper mowing tips: (1) Do not remove clippings for the first two mowings after the application. (2) Mow frequently. (3) Keep your blades sharp. (4) Remove no more than 1/4 to 1/3 of the plant each mowing. (5) In bluegrass and fescue lawns, set your mower down to cut at 1 1/2 inches in the Spring and raise it as the weather warms. (6) Do not mow when the lawn is stressed by drought or when it is over 90 degrees. (7) Keep lawn mowed at 2 1/2 - 3".

Leaves - A light covering of scattered leaves will have no negative effect on any application. If there are too many leaves on the lawn for proper application, the applicator will either rake them up or return another day. The application is guaranteed to be effective!

Raking - During the Fall and Spring it is necessary to get the leaves up as soon as possible. Since there are no leaves overhead to restrict sunlight, it gives the lawn a chance to maximize the use of sunlight during these times.