Mastering Lawn Care: Fertilizers, Turf Wars, and Boosting Your Lawn's Green Appeal
07/13/23 • 36 min
Strap in lawncare warriors, as we unlock the secrets of lawn fertilizers and dive into the great debate of granular versus liquid applications. We're thrilled to have Chris Spangler, a St Augustine and Bermuda grass enthusiast, share his personal battles in the turf wars, specifically his mission to boost St Augustine while keeping Bermuda Grass at bay.
We then move on to the battlefield tools - understanding the complex world of lawn fertilizers and sprayers. We'll teach you how to decipher the numbers on your fertilizer bag, choose between organic and synthetic options, and talk about timing for spring application.
To wrap up, we admire and discuss the creative genius behind Aaron Wickham's internet-winning lawn display of Mount Rushmore. Plus, we answer Raymond Pickett's burning question about using iron to enhance the green in Bermuda grass and dig into the benefits of using chelated iron. So, whether you’re a seasoned lawncare pro or just starting your green journey, let's grow together as we navigate the four tenants of fantastic lawns. Let's get our hands dirty and our lawns greener, shall we?
Strap in lawncare warriors, as we unlock the secrets of lawn fertilizers and dive into the great debate of granular versus liquid applications. We're thrilled to have Chris Spangler, a St Augustine and Bermuda grass enthusiast, share his personal battles in the turf wars, specifically his mission to boost St Augustine while keeping Bermuda Grass at bay.
We then move on to the battlefield tools - understanding the complex world of lawn fertilizers and sprayers. We'll teach you how to decipher the numbers on your fertilizer bag, choose between organic and synthetic options, and talk about timing for spring application.
To wrap up, we admire and discuss the creative genius behind Aaron Wickham's internet-winning lawn display of Mount Rushmore. Plus, we answer Raymond Pickett's burning question about using iron to enhance the green in Bermuda grass and dig into the benefits of using chelated iron. So, whether you’re a seasoned lawncare pro or just starting your green journey, let's grow together as we navigate the four tenants of fantastic lawns. Let's get our hands dirty and our lawns greener, shall we?
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The Art and Science of Watering Your Bermuda Lawn: Tips, Techniques, and Tools
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We're not just about the theory though, we also compile a manual of practical watering methods for you. From sprinkler and rain bird systems to good old manual watering, we cover it all. We even discuss the benefits of a Rachio system and how a weather station can be used to control it.
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As we wrap up our journey, we emphasize the value of regular mowing, watering, fertilizing, and feeding. We also discuss the importance of having a variety of herbicides at hand and how the BLD Facebook group can help you identify weeds. Welcome to our fun-filled, educational quest to achieve that perfect, weed-free lawn you've always wanted. Don't miss out!
Bermuda Lawn Dominators - Mastering Lawn Care: Fertilizers, Turf Wars, and Boosting Your Lawn's Green Appeal
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Welcome to the Bermuda Lawn Dominators podcast , the one stop destination for all things lawn care . We're here to unlock the secrets to achieving a pristine and envy inducing lawn . I'm Jason Crane and I'm here with Skip Wheeler and Chris Sprangler . We're not experts , just passionate about lawns .
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