Whether you call them runners, stolons, rhizomes, or just sprigs – sprigging is one of the many ways you can build a new landscape. The team at Southern Green has years of experience working with a wide variety of grasses and we want to give you the knowledge you’ll need to build the perfect lawn.

You may be asking yourself – What is a sprig and how can I use it to build a new landscape? One of the cheapest ways to build a lawn, sprigging is a great way to build a Florida lawn on a budget. A sprig is a stem of grass that has at least one node attached to it. There is no soil on a sprig and it has the potential to grow into a full grass plant. A standard sprig should have anywhere from two to four nodes on it. These sprigs will eventually start developing roots which grow into larger grass plants that cover your lawn. You can grow a variety of grasses through the sprigging process, including St. Augustinegrass, centipedegrass, zoysiagrass, and bermudagrass.

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Making sure harmful weeds do not spread into your landscape is important. If you can stop weeds from establishing in your lawn, you won’t have to worry about spreading weed killer or dealing with other weed control methods. When you are fighting the weeds that inevitably pop up in hard to mow areas, it’s vital to make sure that you clean your lawn care equipment after you are done.

Using lawn equipment to mow down and remove weeds means you may be transferring weed seeds onto your equipment. It doesn’t matter if you are using mowers, trimmers, or rototillers, these pieces of equipment should be washed to prevent the spread of these weeds. Even just a few tiny seeds can turn into a big problem. Additionally, if you believe any of your lawn clippings have weed seeds in them, they should be thrown out to prevent contamination to other parts of your lawn. If you don’t, you’ll only be making the problem worse.

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Weed problems are a reality that every homeowner must face. They are unsightly and can appear at any time of the year. It doesn’t matter if you live in a nice, quiet suburb or are located in an urban area, weeds have spent many years evolving – giving themselves the ability to grow in any location.

When you are dealing with weed problems in bermudagrass, it’s typically a sign that your landscape has become weakened by pest problems or the wrong lawn care practices. One of the first things you should do is review your fertilization, watering, and mowing practices to make sure you are doing everything properly. Once you have reviewed your methods, you should also inspect your landscape for signs of pests, such as brown spots. If pest control and new management practices do not take care of the problem, you can invest in herbicides that are created specifically for bermudagrass. These herbicides are available for both pre-emergent and post-emergent weed control.

If you can’t take care of the problems yourself, you can request lawn treatment services from Southern Green. We offer Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, and South Florida lawn care services, as well as landscape pest control assistance, that are customized to your landscape.

Whenever we cover grass choices, it’s important to understand that as great as a turfgrass may seem, there are also disadvantages that go along with it. Before you establish a bahiagrass landscape, there are some disadvantages you should consider.

One of the most common complaints about bahiagrass is that it is not as dark green and dense as other popular Florida turfgrasses. In fact, this grass is known to form ugly, large seedheads throughout Spring, Summer, and Fall. Because of this, you can count on spending more time mowing your lawn.  You will also need to make sure that your lawnmower blades are always sharp- bahiagrass is known to be tough. Other common issues people have with this grass include its coarse texture, poor performance in high-pH soils, and susceptibility to the growth of weeds in sparse areas. Before making a decision to invest in bahiagrass, you should speak to a professional about your landscape to see if this grass is right for your needs.

Establishing a great lawn can take a lot of time, effort, and money.  That’s why it’s so important to choose a reliable provider that will help you keep up with your investment. Let Southern Green provide amazing services for your property, including North, Central, and South Florida lawn care services. Review our services and discover what our team can do for you!

After you have established a bermudagrass lawn, it’s important that you properly water it to make sure it remains lush and green. You should make sure that you have a good irrigation system installed in your landscape to guarantee it receives the water it needs!

Bermudagrass is a “water as needed” grass. This means that the only times you’ll need to run your sprinkler system is when the leave blades begin to wilt or start turning blue-grey in color. You should only apply as much as ¾ of an inch of water to your landscape while watering. If necessary, you should run tests on your sprinkler system to make sure it is watering your grass properly. The roots are only in the top 8 inches of soil, so it’s important to be mindful of the amount of water you are putting on your grass.

If there is a prolonged drought, your Bermuda grass will go dormant. During this period, it will turn brown and stop growing. Once the drought is over, it will revive and start growing again with the proper amount of water.

Are you prepared to have someone assist you with your beautiful new landscape? The specialists at Southern Green are available to assist you! We provide dependable North, Central, and South Florida lawn care services, including pest control and fertilization services. Call us to inquire about our availability!

Seeding your lawn is the easiest way to establish a new landscape, but it also requires patience and dedication. Before seeding your lawn, considering the seeding time, rate, and method of seeding is necessary. Perhaps one of the most important aspects to consider is seed quality.

When you are choosing seed for your lawn, you should take the time to do your research. Florida laws require that each container of seed lists vital information, such as turfgrass species, purity, and weed content. While you are making your purchase, you should review each tag carefully and only purchase seeds that have a purity level of at least 90% and a germination level of at least 85%. Many contractors tend to buy seed that doesn’t have as high of a purity and germination percentage and it shows in the landscapes they create. If someone else is installing your landscape, consult with them to make sure you are receiving the best seed available for your landscape.

Once your seeds have sprouted and your lawn is established, you can hire the team at Southern Green to take care of your landscape. We offer North, Central, and South Florida lawn care services, including pest control, lawn aeration, and fertilization services.

Designing a distinct lawn starts with the selection of a distinct grass. Although it has been in the US for hundreds of years, seashore paspalum grass has only been marketed as residential turf since the mid to late 1990s. It is a warm season grass that is native to tropical and subtropical regions across the world. Many people are already using this grass for their homes, so why should you choose it when starting a new lawn? Here are some great benefits of seashore paspalum grass:

• Seashore paspalum is known for producing a dense, dark turf grass that has a relatively low fertility inputs. In fact, it has mostly been marketed for golf and athletic use.
• This grass is very tolerant to saline, recycled water, wear, and reduced water input. It should be noted that while it can go without water, it still needs regular watering to keep it green.
• It is tolerant to long periods of low light. If you are dealing with prolonged cloudy or rainy periods, you won’t have to worry about your grass dying.
• Seashore paspalum produces a dense root system, which keeps it strong and gives it a good tolerance to most stressors.

Are you interested in learning more about this great turf grass? The team at Southern Green is here to help! We provide quality North, Central, and South Florida lawn care services for your home.

Staying organic is very important to some people. Eating organic food is important, but people also want to make sure items like their cosmetics and clothing also come from organic sources. When taking care of your lawn, there is a lot of confusion over the advantages and disadvantages of using organic or inorganic fertilizers.

When it comes right down to it, the choice is really up to the consumer. For example, using organic nitrogen sources to fertilize your lawn means a slow release of nitrogen, as well as less leaching loss. These organic selections are typically more expensive than inorganic and may contain weed seeds that could potentially contaminate your landscape. On the other hand, inorganic fertilizers are more affordable by the pound and may have greater efficiency. Of course, these also come with risks such as fertilizer burn and rapid leaching.

Whether you decided to move forward with organic or inorganic fertilizers, it’s important to make sure you fertilize your Florida lawn regularly. When you hire our team for South Florida lawn care services, you can inquire about the availability of organic options. We are proud to serve cities all over the state, including Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville.