The Lawn in February...

Watering: Deep, less frequent, watering will not only assist in maintaining a beautiful green lawn but will also reduce invasion from shallow rooting grass weeds.
Mowing: During the summer growth period mowing frequency and height of cut is very important. Mow frequently cutting 1/3 of the grass leaf at each mowing to encourage a thicker grass sward.
Insects: If you have been maintaining good deep watering practices but your lawn is still yellowing off then you may have an insect infestation. Dig into the lawn to a depth of roughly 3 inches to see if there are any beetles or larvae present. Insects can be safely treated using Pyrifos G granular insecticide which comes in a convenient shaker pack. Pyrifos G simply needs to be well watered in after application and then children and pets are safe to go back on the lawn the next day. For more information: www.centrallandscapes.co.nz/products/show/gti-pyrifos-g.html
Autumn: With autumn coming soon start planning for sowing new lawn or renovating your old lawn.

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