LAWN MAINTENANCE

Mowing

No more than 30-40% of the Couch leaf should be removed in any one mow. Keep mower blades sharp and avoid cutting grass when wet. Mowing height is an important factor in promoting healthy lawn.

In Summer mow every 7-10 days. During Autumn and Winter every 2 weeks. During Spring you can mow your Santa Ana lawn lower to remove thatch build-up in and also to fertilise. This will allow new stolon to grow enabling the lawn to regenerate.

Watering

The amount of water that your lawn will need will depend on your rainfall and the output of your sprinklers. Underground drippers will need to be left on for longer. During Summer when the average temperature is over 30 degrees, you will need to water about 3 times a week.

Autumn and Spring will be about 2 times a week, and Winter about once a fortnight. The above recommendations are a guide only. During times of drought the lawn will survive with minimal water.

Weed Control

Broadleaf sprays control clover, bindi and broadleaf weed and should be applied before flowering.

Wintergrass control should be applied annually between April and August.

Fertilising

To help maintain colour during winter, beef up your lawn with nitrogen and iron during Autumn. Fertilise again in the spring to help maintain a green and healthy lawn.