Fescue Lawns: This round we are applying an organic liquid fertilizer. It will help maintain good color, and build up beneficial organisms in the soil.
Mowing: Fescue lawns need to be mowed every 7-10 days at a height of 2.5”-3.5” (raise height during dry, hot periods).
Watering: Fescue needs around 1” of irrigation or rainfall per week. Water early in the morning to minimize patch disease
Bermuda and Zoysia Lawns: This is our first granular fertilizer application to feed the lawn and stimulate a dark green color. We are applying a balanced, slow release fertilizer.
Mowing: Bermuda and Zoysia lawns have come out of dormancy and a regular mowing schedule (every7-10 days) is needed. Bermuda and Zosyia lawns should be mowed at a height of 1”-2” (raise slightly during dry periods). Now is the time for core aeration, if you have not already scheduled, call our office for a quote.
Watering: Bermuda and Zoysia lawns need 1” of rainfall or irrigation equivalent per week. It is best to water early in the morning to minimize disease outbreaks. It is best to water deeply 2-3 times per week instead of every day. If you notice unusual spots or patches in your lawn you may have a disease. We can treat this with a fungicide for an additional charge. Call or email if you see any signs of disease.
Nature’s has been providing the finest Newnan Lawn Care services for many years. We are experts in Newnan Lawn Services and are proud to serve newnan ga. Our newnan lawn care services consist of:
- Newnan Lawn Fertilization
- Newnan Lawn Weed Control
We perform Newnan Lawn Care services on Bermuda lawns, Zoysia lawns, and Fescue Lawns. The most common lawn in Newnan, Ga is Bermuda. Bermuda is very hearty in the Newnan area and drought tolerant. Bermuda is also very tolerant to foot traffic and makes an excellent newnan lawn for sports fields. Contact your Local Newnan Lawn Care company for more information. www.NewnanLawnCare.com
Round 2 Lawn Care Tips
Bermuda and Zoysia Lawns: This round we are focusing on preventing weeds in the upcoming season, controlling existing weeds, and building a strong root system to withstand the summer heat.
Mowing: Bermuda and Zoysia lawns are still dormant but it is still important to occasionally mow. Mowing the lawn will help keep it free of debris and condition the turf. One to two times a month should be sufficient. As we move into warmer weather, mowing will need to be increased. A higher mowing height of 2” (especially for Bermuda) will help minimize weeds by shading the soil surface, and protect the turf should we get a late frost.
Watering: We normally receive adequate rainfall through early spring so lawns will not need supplemental watering until later in the spring.
Fescue Lawns: This round we are focusing on feeding the lawn with a balanced fertilizer, controlling existing weeds, and preventing weeds for the upcoming season.
Mowing: Fescue lawns are “cool season” and actively grow this time of year. A regular mowing schedule is important (every 7 days) at a height of 2-3”.
Watering: Fescue needs around 1” of irrigation (water 2-3 times) a week if we do not receive adequate rainfall. It is important to monitor because typically in Atlanta we receive plenty of rain in February/March so very little additional watering is needed.
Round 2 Lawn Care Tips
Centipede Lawn Tips: Right now we are focusing on preventing weeds for the upcoming season, and building a strong root system. Control of existing weeds in the lawn is minimal at this time because centipede lawns are very sensitive to herbicides during the early spring.
Mowing: Centipede lawns are dormant in Metro Atlanta and do not need frequent mowing. Occasional mowing is needed to help condition turf and keep it free of debris. Use a high mowing height 2.5” or more to protect the turf from cold weather and minimize weed germination.
Watering: Centipede lawns should not need supplemental watering at this time.
St. Augustine Tips: Right now we are focusing on preventing weeds for the upcoming season, and building a strong root system. Control of existing weeds is minimal at this time because St. Augustine lawns are very sensitive to herbicides during the early spring.
Mowing: St. Augustine lawns are dormant and do not need frequent mowing. Occasional mowing is needed to help condition turf and keep it free of debris. Use a high mowing height around 3” to protect the turf from cold weather and minimize weed germination.
Watering: St. Augustine lawns should not need supplemental watering at this time.
Please feel free to contact our office with any questions at 770-461-4156 or info@naturesls.com
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This is the time of the year where people have started murdering their Crape Myrtle Trees all over Metro Atlanta Landscapes. Every year it happens but hopefully it is not too late for your trees. Crape Myrtle Trees are easy to prune and for the most part we tend to over think it. Many of our Atlanta Lawn Care clients have learned through our blog posts how to properly prune these trees. One of the myths that we constantly have to renounce is that Crape Myrtle Trees won’t bloom if all of the dead blooms are not removed. This just isn’t true. Another myth is that if you don’t cut your trees back they will keep growing taller. This isn’t true either. There are many varieties of crape myrtle trees with many different sizes. Crape Myrtle Trees range from 5’ to 25’ mature and it has nothing to do with how far back you cut them each year.
There are many reasons why Atlanta residents shouldn’t murder their Crape Myrtle Trees. Many years of poor pruning practices will develop knots on the tree trunks. These knots are unattractive as the tree matures. Likewise if you don’t murder the trees you’ll have a much nicer tree trunk and structure.
When pruning Crape Myrtles in Atlanta Landscapes make sure to have a “V” shape outcome. Remove dead limbs or cross branches that are rubbing against each other. This YouTube video can better help demonstrate the technique. We hope it’s helpful to visually describe how to properly prune Crape Myrtle Trees.
Hey Atlanta Lawn Lovers! Hopefully you have taken some time to review our new website and blog. We have been working hard this winter to update the site. With all the work to the blog we took a break from blogging. Spring is quickly approaching in Atlanta and our team is excited to continue to bring you informative blog post about lawn, trees and shrubs.
Our first blog of 2012 is dedicated to lawn weeds! We found this interesting publication that gave 10 reasons to control weeds. Hope you enjoy this quick read and don’t forget now is the time to be applying pre-emergents to Atlanta Lawns. If you are on our 8 Treatment Weed Control and Fertilization Program you are already getting these important pre-emergents.
TOP 10 REASONS TO CONTROL WEEDS
Common Winter Lawn Weed:
The Twelve Days of Christmas (Nature’s Style)
On the first day of Christmas Natures gave to me, Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the second day of Christmas Natures gave to me 2 landscape crews and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the third day of Christmas Natures gave to me 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the fourth day of Christmas Natures gave to me 4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the fifth day of Christmas Natures gave to me 5 ESTIMATES. 4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the sixth day of Christmas Natures gave to me 6 Crape Myrtles, 5 ESTIMATES…4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the seventh day of Christmas Natures gave to me 7 loads of mulch, 6 Crape Myrtles, 5 ESTIMATES….4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the eighth day of Christmas Natures gave to me 8 dry creek beds, 7 loads of mulch, 6 Crape Myrtles, 5 ESTIMATES….4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the ninth day of Christmas Natures gave to me 9 drip zones dripping, 8 dry creek beds, 7 loads of mulch, 6 Crape Myrtles, 5 ESTIMATES….4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the tenth day of Christmas Natures gave to me 10 mowers mowing, 9 drip zones dripping, 8 dry creek beds, 7 loads of mulch, 6 Crape Myrtles, 5 ESTIMATES….4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the eleventh day of Christmas Natures gave to me 11 shovels digging, 10 mowers mowing, 9 drip zones dripping, 8 dry creek beds, 7 loads of mulch, 6 Crape Myrtles, 5 ESTIMATES….4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
On the twelfth day of Christmas Natures gave to me 12 leaves a falling, 11 shovels digging, 10 mowers mowing, 9 drip zones dripping, 8 dry creek beds, 7 loads of mulch, 6 Crape Myrtles, 5 ESTIMATES….4 sprayer trucks, 3 soil tests, 2 landscape crews, and Bristol our black lab puppy.
From my desk to your backyard,
Sheryl
And from the Natures family to yours….MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
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They creep into your lawn like thieves in the night. During the fall they germinate and grow slowly throughout the winter. Come spring they arise from the ground and scatter hundreds of seeds throughout your yard. Then they multiply and selfishly gobble up precious nutrients intended for your grass. They are the Pesky Weeds and they are relentless in their pursuit to take over yards across America.
OK. So “Attack of the Pesky Weeds” would make for a pretty poor movie and gross almost nothing at the box office. It is however a good reminder of The War which is sure to ensue in lawns across the country this spring. Weeds are not one of the Goodfellas. They are relentless and if allowed to take over…take over they will. Not only are weeds unsightly in lawns but they also impede the growth and spread of grass.
So what might you ask is our best line of defense against this Clear and Present Danger? One word…..
pre-emergents. Pre-emergent herbicides stop the germination of plant seeds and thus prevent unwanted growth of weeds. It is important to note that application of pre-emergents must occur before germination. These herbicides are not effective against weeds that are already growing. Here at Nature’s Landscape we have
A Few Good Menwho apply pre-emergents both in the fall and spring. Fall application will help control winter weeds and provide early control of summer weeds. Because pre-emergents break down over time, it is best for them to be reapplied in the spring.
We all long for a healthy, lush, weed free lawn to enjoy during the warmer months. Is this a Mission Impossible? Not at all if we act now. Don’t let the pesky weeds creep into your lawn during The Dark Knight. Join forces with pre-emgergents and stop them at their Inception.
From my desk to your backyard,
Sheryl (who is trying to be both informative and a Funny Girl)
Waking up recently to cooler temps has allowed my mind to dream of fall. Scarecrows and pumpkins somehow found their way out of my attic and onto my front porch. The kids and I even built an outdoor fire and roasted marshmallows one evening. I have also started to notice the leaves on certain trees losing their color and in some cases already dancing to the ground.
I love trees. I have ever since I was a little girl. I had a thinking tree in the woods beside my house that sat on Highway 85 south. I would go there often and sit on a low branch which created the perfect chair. And there I would read and write and daydream to my heart’s content. That little girl is all grown up but still loves trees. I sit beneath them as often as time allows. You see, I believe trees are the real heroes of the landscape. Think of all they provide for us.
Visually, they give structure to an outdoor space. The can soften the harshness of buildings or provide form where it is much needed. They can provide privacy and define a space. Aesthetically, they awe us with each passing season. Just reflect on the blooms they offer in the spring, the colorful foliage in the fall, and the beautiful branching patterns which are unveiled in the winter. Practically, trees offer shade in the heat of summer. Strategically placed, they can lower our air conditioning bills. They also help block winter’s cold winds thus helping to reduce our heating bills. They do their part to improve air quality and even help with the property value of our homes.
When walking through a garden people are much more likely to point out the flowers. Certainly, their colors are a feast to our eyes. But often the flower’s beauty is brought out even more so when a perfect backdrop is present. Trees. Trees are simple and often overlooked. And yet, they are heroes of the landscape.
There is an old Chinese Proverb which says, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is now.”
If you haven’t sat beneath a tree lately…you should. There is something magical about it.
If you haven’t planted a tree lately…you should. Someone twenty years from now will be thankful you did.
From my desk to your backyard,
Sheryl
Here are some photographs I took of two of my favorite trees. Do you have a favorite tree you would like to share?
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