In October we did not see the widespread “large patch fungus” we were expecting in our lawns. It was a historically dry month. Our lawn service will continue to treat any fungus as we see it in November. This months primary focus will be weed control. We will be putting out several weed control products. As we head into winter, lawns will typically thin out due to lower temperatures and fewer hours of sunlight. Chickweed and hawksbeard only grow in cooler temperatures and will the target of our pre and post emergent herbicide. We will take advantage of the changing season to address issues that we cannot other control chemically. A hard freeze will selectively control crabgrass. Mowing your lawn higher than you typically would during the summer months will help preserve its color into late December. We recommend mowing at 4.5 inches. Lawns cut short this time of year are particularly prone to yellowing out and cold damage.
We put out a pre-emergent to prevent as many weeds as possible. You will notice lawns that do not receive treatment this time of year will be littered with weeds. For more information please visit our website or give us a call for a free estimate.
