Must Do Tasks
- Mow once a week. Never remove more than 1/3 of the grass blade.
- Water deep and infrequent: 1 to 1.5 inches per week.
- Control weeds: Use post-emergent and pre-emergent herbicide.
- Fertilizer: Apply 0.5 to 1 lb of nitrogen per 1000 sq/ft every 4-8 weeks.
- Keep height high: Maintain St. Augustine at 3.5 to 4 inches.
- Always read the product label instructions before use.
Winter
January
Lawn is dormant. Avoid heavy traffic.
- Water only if extremely dry.
- Sharpen mower blades.
Pre-Spring
February
Clean up debris and apply pre-emergent.
- Target soil temps of 55°F.
- Apply broadleaf weed control.
Green-up
March
Watch for green-up. Do not scalp.
- Check for Large Patch fungus.
- Water 0.75-1″ per week.
Mowing
April
Mow at 3-4 inches. Fertilize when green.
- Mow every 7-10 days.
- Water 1 inch per week.
Pest Watch
May
Monitor for Chinch Bugs. Water deeply.
- Mow at 3.5-4 inches.
- Apply 0.5-1 lb Nitrogen.
Summer
June
Maintain high mowing height.
- Water 1.25 inches per week.
- Watch for Grey Leaf Spot.
Peak Heat
July
Avoid midday watering. Watch heat stress.
- Increase water to 1.5″ weekly.
- Use high-potassium fertilizer.
Insects
August
Continue high mowing. Watch webworms.
- Mow at 4 inches.
- Water 1.25 inches per week.
Fall Prep
September
Apply fall pre-emergent herbicide.
- Final high-potassium feeding.
- Slow down nitrogen.
Cooling
October
Reduce watering. Watch for fungus.
- Raise mowing height slightly.
- Water 0.75 inches per week.
Dormancy
November
Lawn enters dormancy. Keep height high.
- Mulch leaves into turf.
- Water only if dry.
Winter Rest
December
Keep leaves raked. Avoid traffic.
- Dormant period care.
- Enjoy the break!