Turf Talk from Charlie

It’s cold outside, and I’ve just returned from Louisville where the lawn and landscape industry holds its annual GIE+EXPO Convention and Trade Show. The show was great as always, and being exposed to new ideas and products always helps us to improve our programs and services. Your lawn should be looking good right now. Most warm-season lawns are dormant, and the Fescue lawns are looking better with the cooler weather.

The lack of rain continues to be a concern throughout the Southeast. In response, we’re changing things as we go to ensure that your lawn looks as good as it can, regardless of the weather conditions. As we head into this winter season, I want to wish you the best. Remember, if you ever have any questions or concerns, we’re here for you. You can reach us by phone or by e-mail, and we’ll do our best to exceed your expectations.

Thanks,

It’s Not too Late to Feed Your Trees & Shrubs

Tree and shrub fertilization from King GREEN promotes a more active root system for healthier, more beautiful landscape plants. Our fertilizers are formulated to break down at certain times of the year, ensuring that your trees and shrubs always have the right amounts of nutrients at the right times. With fertilization from King GREEN, you can look forward to enhanced blooming from trees and shrubs that are better able to stand up to insects, pests and diseases. So what are you waiting for? Give us a call to schedule this beneficial service today.

Keep Leaves in Check This Fall!

Leaf removal is not only necessary from an aesthetic perspective, but also for agronomic reasons. Although turfgrass growth slows or ceases at this time of year, the plant continues to photosynthesize (create nutrients/energy). This energy is stored to be used the following year.

When leaves are left on Fescue lawns, they shade the available light and reduce the plant’s ability to photosynthesize. Leaf removal is most important for newly seeded lawns, since the young grass will die without light a lot quicker then established turf will. Leaves that remain on seedling Fescue can also increase rot conditions by creating a dark, damp climate that will smother out weaker plants.

Leaves should be removed on a regular basis (such as every 7 to 10 days), as opposed to waiting for them all to fall and then collecting them all at once. While young grass is still around, you’re better off using a blower to remove leaves (a rake can injure the young grass or remove seedlings from the soil). The collected leaves can be composted to make good organic matter for gardening, or for mulching in natural areas.