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Zoysia grass in Marietta, GA

Posted by Christine Crandall on Feb 16, 2019 9:52:15 PM

If you want a thick carpet of grass in your lawn that feels great under bare feet, Zoysia grass is a perfect choice. It will grow so thick that common weeds will have a difficult time making their way in. Zoysia takes a little longer to establish compared to other common Marrietta, GA grasses like Bermudagrass, but it is well worth the wait.

Zoysia is a warm season grass, which means it will go dormant during winter months when the ground temperature dips below 55 degrees Fahrenheit. However, Zoysia stays green longer than other warm season grasses, and it will be one of the first to green up in the spring.

Dormancy is often a deterrent to choosing warm season grasses, but Zoysia has a unique dormant appearance. People sometimes choose this grass because of its golden, straw like color during the dormant season. Its even coloring complements homes much like its even emerald color during the spring and summer. Other grasses may appear mottled and thin during dormancy, but Zoysia uses winter as its encore presentation.

If you are planning to plant Zoysia grass, spring is the time to do it. It will grow strong after there is no remaining threat of frost. If the lawn is thinning, overseeding should also be done in the spring.

Because it grows so thick, Zoysia grass will accrue a thick layer of thatch, which must be managed in order for it to maintain its health. Unlike cool season grasses, Zoysia grass should be aerated in the spring. This way, it can repair itself during its active growth season.

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Like Bermudagrass, Zoysia is a great option for residents of Marietta, GA because it is heat and drought tolerant. It is also low-maintenance, and it can handle a lot of foot traffic. This means it is a great lawn grass for families with children who play outside often, and it is great for large yards because it is low maintenance.

The last benefit of Zoysia is that it is relatively tolerant of shade, which the more common Bermudagrass is not. This makes it a versatile option for yards with a varied sun/shade mix.

It is difficult to say anything bad about Zoysia. It is fairly invasive, and it is often grown from plugs instead of seed because it crowds out most other plants. Other than that, its invasiveness is what makes it great for lawns!

If you are interested in learning more about Zoysia in Marietta, GA, contact Greenfeet Lawncare.

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