Bermuda grass is a common species of grass used for lawns in the southern states, including the Alpharetta, GA area. This is because it is a warm season grass that thrives in the sun. As the weather of the summers in the south tend towards hot and humid, bermuda grass feels right at home. An added bonus of bermuda grass is it has a pretty high drought tolerance. Bermuda grass can be a great option for someone looking to establish a new lawn, but be sure that the lawn doesn’t receive too much shade in any one place as this species of grass doesn’t do well in the shade.
So how do you establish a successful, new bermuda grass lawn? Start with the basics. Remove all the weeds from the area and till the soil to a depth of six inches. You want to administer a soil test at this time as well. Be sure to make any alterations that are needed depending on the results of the test. Till in some starting fertilizer to help jump start your grass if you would like to at this time as well.
The best time to seed your new lawn is in May and June. A well cared for lawn can be largely resistant to disease and insects. In order to help your lawn become strong and healthy, be sure to water correctly and not to over-water your lawn. Troubles with watering are the most likely candidate for any of the problems you are seeing in your lawn. Watering too much increases your lawn’s susceptibility to disease. Be sure to water only about 1 inch a week, when there isn’t rainfall. You want to water thoroughly, not frequently. This encourages your lawn to develop longer and stronger roots.
Mowing and Scalping your Bermuda Lawn
You won’t need to aerate your lawn the first year you grow it, but the following years you should book an appointment to have it done each spring or early summer. Fertilizer should be applied as needed the following years as well. The best times for these applications are in April, June, and September. Consider hiring a lawn care company to help you treat your lawn in the best possible way and to head off any potential problems by acting in a preventative manner.
As you put in the effort to take care of your bermuda grass lawn, you will see the benefits of having such as strong species for your southern lawn choice. Enjoy your green grass all through the summer! Perfect for barbecues and get togethers!
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