KEYS TO A HEALTHY LAWN
MAINTAINING PROPER MOWING HEIGHT
Cool season lawns should be mowed between 3-3.5 inches, never cutting more than 1/3 of the blade at one time.
PROPER WATERING OF THE LAWN
Lawns require at least 1-1.5 inches of water to moisten a depth of 6 inches of soil, 2 times per week. In periods of excessive heat, more water may be required.
COMPLETE AND BALANCED FERTILIZATION
Follow a fertilization program with pre-emergent crabgrass control, insect control, lime (soil PH regulation), and turf fertilizer.
POST EMERGENT WEED CONTROL
Eliminate any breakthrough of broadleaf, sedges, and grassy weeds.
FUNGUS AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT
Prevent fungus by applying fungicide in June, July, and August and practice proper watering timing between 5-8am.
AERATION AND RE-SEEDING
A yearly core aeration in the Fall will reduce soil compaction, increase water and fertilizer efficiency, and thickens up the lawn. Re-seeding is also recommended for thin lawns and bare spots.
COMPOSTING
One of the easiest ways to keep your lawn healthy and green is to compost it 2-3 times a year. This is preferable for many people because it is safe and organic, and you're not constantly adding chemical-based fertilizers to your yard or garden.
Compost makes a great fertilizer; in addition to having important nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium, it often has trace elements you don't ordinarily find in commercial fertilizers.
A few other benefits to using compost are:
It won't burn your grass out if you accidentally put too much on
It won't stain your concrete or brick walkways
It won't smell if you're actually still using old manure-based fertilizers
It works fast
Naturally Based Organic Landscape Ornamental Fertilizer
What is MOST ?
MOST is a premium complete fertilizer specifically blended for landscape and ornamental plantings. Based on dry bagged weight, MOST is composed of 50 percent natural based organic materials, derived from composted biosolid co-products. This natural based material, in its pre-mixed state, boasts an 8:1 carbon to nitrogen ratio, and delivers a uniform, dust-free, low odor fertilizer consistency. Potassium, an essential element for plant health and vigor, is delivered without soluble salts in a low burning sulfate formulation. As well, MOST contains an extensive micronutrient package, precisely assembled to satisfy the fertility requirements for plant and soil, often overlooked in other products.
Why use MOST ?
Save time by delivering all the vital nutrients for both plant and soil with a single product;
MOST contains 9 macro and micronutrients including Sulfur, Iron, Manganese, Zinc, and Boron.
Eliminate potential damage to valuable specimens due to a quick “flush” discharge of nutrients;
MOST’s organic composition provides a consistent and predictable release for up to 16 weeks.
Reduce nutrient loss due to excessive precipitation and humidity;
MOST will not denitrify in the atmosphere, utilizing two sources of controlled release nitrogen.
Do away with “quick fix”, costly soil amendments to improve soil texture and structure;
MOST slowly builds the organic matter in the soil while increasing microbial activity.
Stop just feeding your plants for the sake of feeding;
MOST’s nutrient formula will help increase root development.
MOST’s nutrient formula will help improve drought tolerance.
MOST’s nutrient formula will help increase disease resistance.
MOST’s nutrient formula will get the MOST from your landscape and ornamental plantings.
How to use MOST ?
MOST should be broadcast evenly, directly to dry ground. For best results, lightly scratch the soil surface to incorporate and irrigate within 24 hours after application.
For flowers, annuals, and perennials, apply 5 lbs. per 100 sq.ft.
For small shrubs, apply one 8-ounce cup along the dripline/leaf canopy.
For larger shrubs and small trees, apply two 8 ounce cups along the dripline.
For larger trees, apply 5 lbs. per one inch of trunk diameter along the dripline.