Sometimes lawns develop health problems just like people do. Fortunately, We excel at recovering problem lawns. But it’s important to understand that the recovery time depends on the lawn’s condition.
that the recovery time depends on the lawn’s condition.
Problems like excessive weeds, brown and yellow spots, dead areas, and grub or other infestations could require 1 – 2 years. Other issues can require more time to solve.
Common Lawn Problems
A Lawn can become stressed, and unhealthy for several reasons:
- Weed Pressure
- Improper Irrigation
- Lack of Fertilization
- Pest Infestations
Weeds
Weeds can ruin a lawn. How quickly a lawn recovers depends on the weed. Weed eliminators typically reduce Broadleaf weeds by 80 to 90% within 12 months. Some weed infestations may require 3 years or more years to remedy. Common broadleaf weeds include dandelions, spurge, broad-leaf plantain, kochia, knotweed, purslane, wild violet, and thistles.
Some Grassy weeds including crabgrass, goosegrass, barnyard, poa anna, creeping bentgrass, nutsedge, and johnson grass may require treatment for 1 to 3 years. We are happy to evaluate and provide you with a treatment plan.
Irrigation
Lawns thrive with proper watering. Too little water weakens grass, causing it to turn yellow or even die. Too much water causes roots to rot, killing the grass. The frequency of application is important to ensure your lawn receives enough water during the hot summer months while needing less in the spring and fall.
Improper Cutting
Grass blades are incredibly resilient but are also fragile. Dull mower blades cut unevenly, reducing the strength of the grass and making it more susceptible to bugs and diseases. Dull blades also yank the grass, weakening the root system.
Lack of Fertilization
Just like people, grass requires nutrients to thrive. A lawn that has not been properly nourished is weakened, and more susceptible to bugs and diseases. It requires time to repair itself which is accelerated with a well-designed nutrient program.
Pest Infestations
A lawn infested with grubs or other plant-eating insects is weakened. Recovery requires removing the infestation and nurturing the grass back to good health. We are experts. It only requires time. In severe cases, your lawn may need replacement.
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Our expert lawn doctors and garden gnomes will evaluate your lawn and outline a recovery program to make your lawn the envy of the neighborhood.
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