Make Your Lawn the Envy of the Neighborhood!
Liqua-Grow Turf offers a complete planned Lawn Care and Maintenance program based on Liquid and Dry Applications. We offer the following programs for lawn fertilization and weed control:
Basic Three Application Program
Basic Three Application Program
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1 Spring Application (March-May)
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2 Summer Application (June-August)
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3 Fall Application (September-November)
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Deluxe Five Application Program
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1 Early Spring Application (March)
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2 Late Spring Application (April-May)
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3 Summer Application (June-July)
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4 Early Fall Application (August-September)
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5 Late Fall Application (October-November)
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Liqua-Grow Turf also offers these additional services:
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Lawn Tips
Our staff of professionals has assembled these care tips to provide a source of facts about lawn care topics. Whether you're an old pro at establishing and maintaining a healthy lawn or new to the challenges, we're sure these handy tips will offer the information you need. Should you have any further questions about maintaining a healthy lawn, please contact our office and speak to one of our specialists. After all, pleasing our customers is the most important service we offer!
Mowing
One of the most important things you can do for your lawn is mowing properly. The height of the cut, frequency of mowing and lawn mower maintenance are all important factors in your lawn's care.
Height of Cut:
Keep it high- A lawn kept at the correct height has more producing ability, stays greener, reduces weeds and conserves water by shading the soil. Because weed and crabgrass seeds need plenty of sun's heat to germinate, taller grass is one of the best weed preventers as it shades the soil and the weed seeds located in the soil. Scalping your lawn, or cutting it too short, results in a brown weed-riddled lawn. Cutting too short can remove the food producing part of the plant and can take weeks to recover. For the ideal grass height, keep the mower blade between 2 1/2 - 3 inches from the ground.
Frequency of Mowing:
Mowing should be done often enough so no more than 1/3 of the grass blade is cut in a single mowing. Turf produces much more top growth Spring and Fall and your mowing schedule should reflect that. Mowing once a week may not be enough during those months when top growth is accelerated, while mowing every 10 days might be fine during the summer months.
Lawn Mower Maintenance:
Make sure to frequently sharpen your mower blades. Dull blades will produce a poor appearance as they shred the grass blades. On larger properties, the blade may need to be sharpened more than once a year. Be sure to check the height of the mower blades to insure that the grass is being cut at the right height.
Remember:
Height of Cut:
Keep it high- A lawn kept at the correct height has more producing ability, stays greener, reduces weeds and conserves water by shading the soil. Because weed and crabgrass seeds need plenty of sun's heat to germinate, taller grass is one of the best weed preventers as it shades the soil and the weed seeds located in the soil. Scalping your lawn, or cutting it too short, results in a brown weed-riddled lawn. Cutting too short can remove the food producing part of the plant and can take weeks to recover. For the ideal grass height, keep the mower blade between 2 1/2 - 3 inches from the ground.
Frequency of Mowing:
Mowing should be done often enough so no more than 1/3 of the grass blade is cut in a single mowing. Turf produces much more top growth Spring and Fall and your mowing schedule should reflect that. Mowing once a week may not be enough during those months when top growth is accelerated, while mowing every 10 days might be fine during the summer months.
Lawn Mower Maintenance:
Make sure to frequently sharpen your mower blades. Dull blades will produce a poor appearance as they shred the grass blades. On larger properties, the blade may need to be sharpened more than once a year. Be sure to check the height of the mower blades to insure that the grass is being cut at the right height.
Remember:
- Mow turf high- between 2 1/2-3 inches
- Never mow more than 1/3 of the blade height at a time
- Mow more often during periods of heavy growth
- Keep mower blade sharp for a clean cut
Thatch
What is thatch?
Thatch develops when dead organic matter such as grass stems, dead roots and debris (not clippings) builds up faster than it can decompose. It accumulates on top of the soil at the base of the grass blades. On a well maintained lawn, thatch is rarely a problem. A thin layer approximately 1/2 inch or less is normal and not harmful. It can actually protect the crown and reduce soil compaction.
Problems with Thatch:
However, a layer thicker than 1/2 inch can prevent water and nutrients from reaching the roots. It can also encourage grass roots to stay in the thatch layer instead of pushing to the soil and it becomes a breeding place for insects and diseases.
How to Fix Thatch:
Of all the choices of thatch control, the best way is core aeration. Aeration is economical and does not tear up the entire lawn. Regular core-aeration benefits the entire lawn while solving thatch problems.. It keeps thatch from becoming a serious problem by speeding decomposition and punching through the thatch.
Remember:
Do you think you have a thatch problem? Call Liqua-Grow Turf/Hanover and we will send one of our specialists to diagnose the problem for you.
Thatch develops when dead organic matter such as grass stems, dead roots and debris (not clippings) builds up faster than it can decompose. It accumulates on top of the soil at the base of the grass blades. On a well maintained lawn, thatch is rarely a problem. A thin layer approximately 1/2 inch or less is normal and not harmful. It can actually protect the crown and reduce soil compaction.
Problems with Thatch:
However, a layer thicker than 1/2 inch can prevent water and nutrients from reaching the roots. It can also encourage grass roots to stay in the thatch layer instead of pushing to the soil and it becomes a breeding place for insects and diseases.
How to Fix Thatch:
Of all the choices of thatch control, the best way is core aeration. Aeration is economical and does not tear up the entire lawn. Regular core-aeration benefits the entire lawn while solving thatch problems.. It keeps thatch from becoming a serious problem by speeding decomposition and punching through the thatch.
Remember:
- A little thatch is normal
- More than 1/2 inch thatch is not good for your lawn
- Core Aeration helps reduce thatching
Do you think you have a thatch problem? Call Liqua-Grow Turf/Hanover and we will send one of our specialists to diagnose the problem for you.
Core-Aeration
What is Core Aeration?
Core aeration is the mechanical removal of small plugs of soil from the lawn which allows water, air and fertilizer to get to roots. It enables roots to grow deeply and produce a stronger more vigorous lawn. It is one of the most important things you can do to create and maintain a healthy, thick lawn. The aeration process will leave plugs of thatch and soil on the lawn. The plugs decompose in a few weeks and do not interfere with your normal watering and mowing schedule.
Why should I Aerate my Lawn?
Controlling thatch buildup- By aerating your lawn, your thatch layer is broken up. The soil cores that are pulled up break down on the lawn surface and mix with the thatch layer creating a more soil-like substance. The cores also contain microorganisms that aid in the decomposition process.
Reducing Insect & Disease Outbreaks- By controlling the thatch layer, core aeration helps reduce the amount of damage of disease and insects.
Reduce Soil Compaction- A compact soil results in the water and fertilizers sitting on the surface of the soil causing the roots of the lawn to grow on the surface. Aeration breaks up compacted soil and allows water, fertilizer and air to penetrate into the soil allowing the grass to root deeper in the ground.
More Efficient Irrigation- Compacted soils inhibit the penetration of water into the soil. Aeration opens up the soil and allows water to penetrate deep into the root zone.
Improve results of Lawn Application- If your lawn has more than 1/2 inch of thatch or is heavily compacted, lawn treatments such as fertilizers, insect control and herbicides may not be able to penetrate into the root zone. By aerating, you allow your treatments to reach the root zone and provide the maximum benefit to your lawn.
When should I aerate?
Annual aeration is sufficient for good healthy turf. Heavily compacted soils may require additional aeration. Spring and Fall are the best times to core aerate your lawn. In order for aeration to be effective, your lawn must have adequate moisture, so timing will depend on seasonal conditions.
If you believe your lawn would benefit from a core aeration, click here to request a FREE estimate online, or call our office and ask to speak to one of our lawn care specialists!
Core aeration is the mechanical removal of small plugs of soil from the lawn which allows water, air and fertilizer to get to roots. It enables roots to grow deeply and produce a stronger more vigorous lawn. It is one of the most important things you can do to create and maintain a healthy, thick lawn. The aeration process will leave plugs of thatch and soil on the lawn. The plugs decompose in a few weeks and do not interfere with your normal watering and mowing schedule.
Why should I Aerate my Lawn?
Controlling thatch buildup- By aerating your lawn, your thatch layer is broken up. The soil cores that are pulled up break down on the lawn surface and mix with the thatch layer creating a more soil-like substance. The cores also contain microorganisms that aid in the decomposition process.
Reducing Insect & Disease Outbreaks- By controlling the thatch layer, core aeration helps reduce the amount of damage of disease and insects.
Reduce Soil Compaction- A compact soil results in the water and fertilizers sitting on the surface of the soil causing the roots of the lawn to grow on the surface. Aeration breaks up compacted soil and allows water, fertilizer and air to penetrate into the soil allowing the grass to root deeper in the ground.
More Efficient Irrigation- Compacted soils inhibit the penetration of water into the soil. Aeration opens up the soil and allows water to penetrate deep into the root zone.
Improve results of Lawn Application- If your lawn has more than 1/2 inch of thatch or is heavily compacted, lawn treatments such as fertilizers, insect control and herbicides may not be able to penetrate into the root zone. By aerating, you allow your treatments to reach the root zone and provide the maximum benefit to your lawn.
When should I aerate?
Annual aeration is sufficient for good healthy turf. Heavily compacted soils may require additional aeration. Spring and Fall are the best times to core aerate your lawn. In order for aeration to be effective, your lawn must have adequate moisture, so timing will depend on seasonal conditions.
If you believe your lawn would benefit from a core aeration, click here to request a FREE estimate online, or call our office and ask to speak to one of our lawn care specialists!
Clippings
Should I catch my clippings when I mow?
If your lawn is being treated, we recommend leaving all grass clippings for at least 2 mowings after an application. But what about in between applications? Leave your clippings on your lawn! Clippings return nutrients to your turf- up to 15% of all the food value of the fertilizer applied. Because clippings have a high water content, they break down and return moisture and nutrients to the soil fast.
Do clippings contribute to thatch buildup?
No! University research has disproved the myth that clippings contribute to thatch buildup. Thatch is primarily comprised of roots, stems and blades and bagging your clippings does not reduce the build-up of thatch.
Helping the Environment:
Not only do clippings help the health of your lawn, they help the health of the environment. People who bag their clippings often use non-biodegradable plastic bags. The result is as much as 10% of landfill space being taken up by bags of clippings. By leaving your clippings on the grass you improve the overall quality of your lawn as well as helping to reduce valuable landfill space.
If your lawn is being treated, we recommend leaving all grass clippings for at least 2 mowings after an application. But what about in between applications? Leave your clippings on your lawn! Clippings return nutrients to your turf- up to 15% of all the food value of the fertilizer applied. Because clippings have a high water content, they break down and return moisture and nutrients to the soil fast.
Do clippings contribute to thatch buildup?
No! University research has disproved the myth that clippings contribute to thatch buildup. Thatch is primarily comprised of roots, stems and blades and bagging your clippings does not reduce the build-up of thatch.
Helping the Environment:
Not only do clippings help the health of your lawn, they help the health of the environment. People who bag their clippings often use non-biodegradable plastic bags. The result is as much as 10% of landfill space being taken up by bags of clippings. By leaving your clippings on the grass you improve the overall quality of your lawn as well as helping to reduce valuable landfill space.