Installation Guide

using too much and only partially cover the area.

Rake the seed lightly then cover with 1/8 to 1/4 inch of a quality top dressing that is free of weeds. Use a "bird cage"

type spreader (usually loaned by your dealer) and go over the area twice.

Watering

This is the most critical step in starting a new lawn. It is very important that the surface be kept damp AT ALL

TIMES during the germination period of two to four weeks. Should the surface be allowed dry out for only a short

time, the tiny grass plants will die. Naturally, the surface will need to be watered several times a day on windy

and/or warm days, while in cooler temperatures a couple times a day may be sufficient. Do not allow water to

puddle or run off.

Mowing

When the grass reaches about three inches begin mowing. Set the cutting edge at no less than two inches. Continue

mowing at this height until the grass has filled in. Never mow more than 1/3 of the grass blade at one time as injury

to the grass may result.

Renovating An Old Or Thin Lawn

All lawns at some time need to be renovated to maintain their beauty. If your lawn is basically healthy with thin and

bare spots, renovation can make it look like new. To renovate an Existing lawn:

1. Mow lawn as short as possible, not more than 1/2 inch high.

2. Remove thatch and debris. Should you have a heavy layer of thatch built up, you will need to rent a

vertical mower or renovator to remove it. It is very important that the seed come in contact with the soil.

3. Aerify the soil if hard-packed.

4. Sow seed and pre-plant fertilizer according to the directions on the package.

5. Cover the seed with mulch.

Note: Should a weed problem exist, spray first with glyphosate, wait one week, then follow the steps above.

Maintenance For Established Lawns

Watering. Most lawn problems are a result of poor watering methods. Generally speaking, most lawns need

heavy watering one to two times per week. Clay soils require less watering while sandy soils need more frequent

watering. Always water early in the day.

Fertilizing. After the first two to three mowings a complete lawn food may be applied. Avoid "weed and feed"

fertilizers until the lawn is three months old. Fertilize regularly every six to eight weeks during the fall, winter and

spring. Avoid fertilizing during hot weather except Bermudagrass and Dichondra.

Mowing. Recommended mowing height for most lawns is 1-1/2 to 2 inches high. However it is recommended that

during the warm months (May to October) the grass be mowed to 2-1/2 to 3 inches. This reduces heat stress, water

consumption and disease problems. Bermudagrass may be mowed at low cutting heights.

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