Once the sod has knit, it should be watered enough over the first few months to maintain a healthy growing condition. After the sod is well established, deep watering at 4 to 7 day intervals is suggested, depending on soil texture. Water until one inch of water has accumulated in a flat container such as a pie plate. Water during morning hours. Late evening watering during hot weather may create fungus problems.
When growth is progressing rapidly, fertilizer is essential. The lawn must be fertilized 30 days after installation regardless of the month. The fertilizer used should be complete with a balance of nutrients. Apply every 4-6 weeks at the rate indicated per the manufacturers’ instructions.
To help maintain a dense weed-free turf, we recommend occasional overseeding in September or April with several lbs. of seed per 1,000 sq. ft. of lawn.
Sod should be mowed to a height of 1 1/2-2 inches. Never cut more than 1/3 of the total leaf off at any one time. The removal of all clippings is recommended.
Once the sod has knit, it should be watered enough over the first few months to maintain a healthy growing condition. After the sod is well established, deep watering at 4 to 7 day intervals is suggested, depending on soil texture. Water until one inch of water has accumulated in a flat container such as a pie plate. Water during morning hours. Late evening watering during hot weather may create fungus problems.
When growth is progressing rapidly, fertilizer is essential. The lawn must be fertilized 30 days after installation regardless of the month. The fertilizer used should be complete with a balance of nutrients. Apply in fall and spring at the rate indicated per the manufacturers’ instructions. Avoid fertilizing during the heat of summer. Tall Fescue only requires 2-3 lbs. of nitrogen per year. The holiday schedule is a great way to remember when to fertilize your tall fescue lawn. Fertilize around these holidays- Easter, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.
To help maintain a dense weed-free turf, we recommend occasional overseeding in September or April with several lbs. of seed per 1,000 sq. ft. of lawn.
JB Tall Fescue sod should be mowed to a height of 2-3 inches. Never cut more than 1/3 of the total leaf off at any one time. The removal of all clippings is recommended.