Maintenance

When applied correctly by a quality contractor natural rain fall will not cause anything to move. Even severe slopes are protected if installed properly. Down spouts, ditches, and other forms of channeling water may require additional attention..... ask your contractor for specifics on your site.

A good mulch application also provides erosion resistance. When soil erosion is reduced or prevented, and the seeds (sprigs) are held in place, a more uniform coverage of grass is assured.

You have a unique opportunity to kill your weeds, loosen soils, and amend the soils with additives. All of this will promote quicker and healthier grass establishment. The addition of compost and other amendments is the best way to benefit your turf for the long term. Doing this will reduce watering, fertilizing, and stress.

Not recommended unless you do not care to have a nice stand of turf. The watering to get the grass established and the fertilizer applied will feed the weeds causing rapid growth and spreading.

The time it takes to establish a good stand of turf is highly dependent on the type of grass you decide to plant. For example, Seashore Paspalum can be established in as little as 4 weeks, while El Toro Zoysia may take as long as 4 months. There are many other variables to consider as well, such as site location, soil type, irrigation methods, etc. A quality contractor will help you make an informed decision.

A good mulch application will reduce moisture evaporation from the soil. Grass seeds and/or sprigs need soil moisture to grow, and that moisture must come from either irrigation or rainfall. Poor growth is almost always due to lack of water. WATER! WATER! WATER!

Without adequate irrigation, the establishment time and coverage will vary significantly. To ensure quality turf, proper watering is essential. An in-ground irrigation system makes the application of water much easier and more efficient.