Mowing Heights for Georgia Lawn Grasses: The One-Third Rule

Mow when grass exceeds recommended height by one-third. Example: fescue at 3″ ideal → mow at 4″. Use a wooden ruler to calibrate your mower settings. Raise 0.5–1″ in peak summer to shade soil and cool roots. Recommended

The Story of Bermudagrass: Dr. Glenn Burton's Legacy from Pasture to Putting Green

Dr. Glenn Burton (1910–2005), Nebraska farm boy turned world-renowned agronomist, transformed Southern agriculture and golf. At UGA’s Tifton station, he developed: Coastal bermudagrass – doubled forage yields, covered

Winter Weed Control: The "Wipe-On" Herbicide Method for Dormant Lawns

Spraying non-selective herbicide (glyphosate) on green winter weeds in a dormant lawn is risky—only fully dormant bermudagrass tolerates it, and even then with extreme caution. Centipede, zoysia, and St. Augustine never

RESCUE THE FESCUE: Fall Planting Guide Under Water Restrictions

Early October triggers fescue planting frenzy, but water rules complicate irrigation. Dr. Gil Landry (UGA) emphasizes good seed-to-soil contact as the key. Here’s his step-by-step for new and existing lawns. New Lawns

Zoysia Slow Green-Up in 2014: Winter Injury Hits Fine-Textured Cultivars Hardest

NC State Turfgrass Center (June 4, 2014) reported widespread late green-up and winter injury across warm-season grasses. Hardest hit: Fine-textured zoysiagrasses: Emerald, Zeon, Zorro, Pristine, etc. Centipedegrass: Com

Specticle G: One Homeowner's Success Against Goosegrass

After five years of failed pre- and post-emergent treatments, a homeowner applied Specticle G (Bayer) on March 15 and again after aeration on May 1. Result: zero weeds of any kind, best lawn in 15 years. Photos show cle

Weed Identification and Control: Picture Guides, Resources, and Strategies

Effective weed control starts with accurate ID. A picture is worth a thousand words—use these trusted photo libraries: Top Weed ID Websites Univ. of Arkansas Weed ID (favorite) UGA Turfgrass Weed Management Univ. of Mi

TifTuf™ Bermudagrass: UGA's Drought-Resistant, Shade-Tolerant Breakthrough

Released to homeowners in 2016, TifTuf™ bermudagrass is the latest triumph from UGA’s Tifton breeding program (Drs. Wayne Hanna and Brian Schwartz), building on Dr. Glenn Burton’s 1940s legacy. Why It’s Different Selec

Choosing the Best Lawn Grass: Sun, Budget, and Maintenance Realities

The perfect grass matches your site, wallet, and willingness to work. Start with two questions: How much sun? Fescue tolerates shade; bermudagrass demands full sun; centipedegrass needs little fertilizer. How much to s

Lawn Grass Photos: Visual Guide to Georgia Turfgrasses Through the Seasons

Photos reveal what descriptions can’t: the real look of each grass in summer and winter. Bermudagrass Green in June → light brown in winter. Bermudagrass in June Bermudagrass in winter Zoysia greens up earlier than B

Zoysiagrass Varieties Compared: Leaf Texture, Shade Tolerance, and Cold Hardiness

Choosing the right zoysia cultivar makes the difference between a thriving lawn and a struggle. Dr. Clint Waltz (UGA) breaks down the key differences. Common Cultivars ‘Emerald’: Finest leaf, least cold-tolerant, poor

Identifying Lawn Grasses in Georgia: A Field Guide to Five Major Types

Unlike trees or flowers, turfgrasses lack showy distinguishing parts. Here’s how to ID the five main lawn grasses in Georgia by leaf width, growth habit, color, and seasonal behavior. Tall Fescue Green year-round (yell

Why a Weedy Lawn Beats a Chemically Perfect One

That neighbor with the flawless, weed-free lawn? Their perfect green carpet comes at a cost—to wildlife, water, and your wallet. A few weeds make your yard ecologically richer. Weeds Support Life Dandelions, clover, and

Low-Maintenance Lawn Care: Mow Less, Fertilize Smarter, Water Deeper

A great lawn doesnt demand constant attention. Smart habits cut work while boosting health. Mow Less, Mow Right Mow every 2 weeks, not weekly. Remove only ⅓ of blade height. Taller grass shades out weeds and grows deepe

How to Choose the Best Grass for Your Yard: A Practical Guide

The right grass transforms a high-maintenance chore into a low-effort asset. Match the species to your site, budget, and lifestyle. Key Selection Factors Sun/Shade: Map daily light patterns. Few grasses thrive in deep

Choosing Lawn Edging: Natural vs. Simulated Materials for Every Style

Lawn edging defines beds, contains mulch, and frames your landscape. The right choice complements your homes architecture and reduces maintenance. Options fall into two camps: natural and simulated. Natural Edging Mater

What Your Weeds Are Telling You About Your Soil

Weeds arent just invaders—theyre soil diagnosticians. Each species thrives in specific conditions, revealing nutrient deficits, compaction, pH imbalances, or drainage issues. Reading these signals lets you fix the under

Why Mushrooms Grow in Your Lawn—and What to Do About Them

Mushrooms popping up in the lawn can be alarming, but theyre a symptom, not a disease. These fungi break down decaying organic matter—old mulch, buried wood, pet waste, thick thatch. They thrive in damp, shady, organic-

Fall Lawn Care Checklist: Watering, Mowing, Fertilizing & More

Your lawn carried you through summer—now its your turn to prepare it for winter. Fall care determines how well your grass bounces back next spring. Heres what to prioritize. Essential Autumn Lawn Tasks Watering Cut back

Should You Roll Your Lawn? When It Helps and When It Harms

Lawn rolling sparks debate: some swear by it each spring, while others warn it compacts soil and damages grass. The truth lies in between. Rolling isnt a routine chore—its a targeted fix for specific situations. When Ro