CRABGRASS
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Hi everyone.
I hope everyone is faring well with the winter we have been dealt with this year.
We’re about 2 weeks away from the official first day of Spring, and this time of year one of the most asked questions asked about fertilizer is when is the best time to apply.
My own recommendation for the Michiana area is usually within a few days of what Purdue forecasts, so here we go…
I know in my yard I have a few spots where the turf has thinned and I know these are areas where crabgrass will take over, so I am going to apply 13-0-5 with Barricade (crabgrass preventer) on my yard on April 18, 2015.
But remember your yard can be different than mine. Just a few variables that you should look for include:
- Were your sidewalks edged last year exposing the soil?
- Is your soil compacted next to the sidewalks, drives and decks?
- Is your turf thin in certain areas?
- Are you able to regularly irrigate to keep your lawn growing?
If you have any of these problems, I would apply a crabgrass preventer. It is a lot easier to prevent crabgrass before it happens.
If you have any lingering questions feel free to call or email us.
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