Lawncare Tips

Most of the turf grasses grown today have their roots from somewhere else in the world. They were brought to this country and then adapted through selective breeding and cross-breeding to provide us with the grasses that we are most familiar with today.

Keys to consider when deciding which grass is best for you:

• Maintenance required: Some grass species require more care than other, high maintenance grasses.

• Climate conditions: Most grasses have a preference for specific climates such as humid, coastal, dry, cool.

• Temperature tolerance: Each grass performs better or worse depending on the average temperature range during the growing season.

• Drought resistance: Some grass species are better suited quickly recover after going dormant during extended drought conditions.

• Shade adaptation: Grass species are classified by how much or how little sunlight they need to maintain their health and vigor.

• Wear resistance: This is a measurement of how well a grass species can recover from foot traffic.

Watering tips: water as infrequently as possible

Thoroughly water when you do water so moisture soaks down to the roots. Exceptions to this general rule would be for newly seeded lawns where the surface needs to stay moist, newly sodded lawns that have not yet rooted into the soil, or when summer patch disease is a problem. Otherwise, avoid frequent waterings that promote shallower root systems and weeds (e.g., crabgrass).

Water early if possible

Given a choice, water early in the day when lawns are normally wet from dew. Avoid midday due to evaporation, and at night due to potential increased chances of some diseases.

Spread the water uniformly across the lawn

Sprinklers vary in distribution patterns, and require spray overlap for uniform coverage. Placing coffee cans or similar straight-sided containers on the lawn can help measure water application rates. Avoid flooding areas, or missing other spots. On heavy clay soils and slopes, watch for excessive runoff; it may be necessary to apply the water in several applications to allow for adequate penetration.

 

Razor-Sharp's Mission

Our mission is to be the premier lawn care provider for both residential and commercial customers. This will be achieved primarily by developing relationships of trust and respect with customers, suppliers and employees.

Furthermore, we will utilize only the best equipment, complemented by a strong preventative maintenance program. We firmly believe that by focusing on these principles our company will prosper and grow.

Areas of Lawncare Service:

Razor Sharp Lawncare serves the following Michigan communities: Hudsonville, Jenison, Grandville and Bryon Center.