Timing is everything. You may have heard this saying before, but have you ever heard it applied to lawn care? In this chapter you’ll understand how the seasons affect the growth of St.Augustinegrass. You’ll get to know the seasons from your lawn’s perspective in order to give you the power to leverage nature’s cycle in your maintenance regimen. High temperature, low temperature, soil temperature and rainfall all play a critical role in the healthy development of your grass. Learn how to use them in your favor!

Timing is everything. You may have heard this saying before, but have you ever heard it applied to lawn care?  In this chapter you’ll understand how the seasons affect the growth of St. Augustinegrass (or St. Augustine Grass). You’ll get to know the seasons from your lawn’s perspective in order to give you the power to leverage nature’s cycle in your maintenance regimen.

High temperature, low temperature, soil temperature and rainfall all play a critical role in the healthy development of your grass. Learn how to use them in your favor!

 

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CHAPTER  4

 Chapter 4

In this chapter you’ll also get a firm understanding on the role fertilizer plays.

Micronutrients vs macronutrients, organic vs inorganic. Nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium, oh my!  Choosing the right fertilizer is essential but it doesn’t have to be confusing. In this chapter, you’ll know the differences between fertilizers and how to choose the right one for your lawn. You’ll also know how to apply it and more importantly, when.

 In this chapter you’ll also get a firm understanding on the role fertilizer plays. Micronutrients vs. macronutrients, organic vs. inorganic. Nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium, oh my! Choosing the right fertilizer is essential but it doesn’t have to be confusing. In this chapter, you’ll know the differences between fertilizers and how to choose the right one for your lawn. You’ll also know how to apply it and more importantly, when.