Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden

  • 3 Most Common Zoysia Grass Diseases & How to Treat Them

    Zoysia grass is a warm-season variety that spreads by stolons and rhizomes. Although it may take longer to establish, Zoysia matures into a dense ground cover with fine-to-medium leaf texture and a delightful light to emerald green grass blades that turns brown when the temperatures drop in winter. Under optimal conditions, it creates a durable, low-maintenance lawn with remarkable resistance to weeds and diseases.

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  • Is Zoysia Grass Dog-Friendly?

    Few things complement a home better than being surrounded by a lush, healthy, green lawn. However, with the joyful presence of dogs, it’s essential to consider a type of grass that can withstand foot traffic and ruff play.
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  • A Brief Guide to Soil Testing When Planting Grass Plugs

    When you’re not sure about the specific nutrients your lawn needs to perform its best, a soil test before planting grass plugs offers valuable information on soil pH as well as macronutrients and micronutrient levels.

  • Does Zoysia Grass Turn Brown in Winter?

    Zoysia grass is a warm-season variety known for being exceptionally heat and drought-tolerant. It thrives in full sun and looks great with its light to medium green hue in the summer. But, in Florida, Zoysia usually turns brown in winter—often lasting from December to February.
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  • How to Winterize Your Lawn

    Applying fertilizer to winterize your lawn seems like a no-brainer. But what about in Florida, where snow and freezing temperatures are not usually a concern? The answer is yes.
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  • How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn?

    Lawn care takes a delicate balance, requiring the right amounts of fertilizer and water for optimal growth. Similarly, while regular mowing is essential, striking the right balance does more than just keep your lawn neat; it also contributes to its long-term health.

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  • 5 Common Fungi in Lawns and How to Treat Them

    Maintaining a healthy lawn is a year-round endeavor that requires constant attention and care. This is particularly true in Florida, where the warm, humid subtropical climate makes it susceptible to fungal infections throughout the year. In addition to warm-season grasses like Zoysia grass, this unique condition provides an optimal environment for fungal diseases, like brown patch disease and leaf spot fungus.

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  • What Happens If You Let Grass Grow Too Long?

    A consistent lawn care routine that involves watering, fertilizing, and mowing is essential to maintaining optimal lawn health. Moreover, keeping the grass at an appropriate height not only makes your landscape look better but also encourages stronger root growth.

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  • Why is My Zoysia Grass Not Growing?

    Many grass varieties stay lush and green through various seasons and become dormant when the temperatures drop. Zoysia grass is a warm-season variety well-adapted to the warm and sunny Florida climate. While it usually enters dormancy in winter, it should return to its vigorous state when spring arrives.
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  • How to Adjust Soil pH When Planting Grass Plugs

    Grass plugs require specific characteristics to establish in a new soil and thrive. One essential characteristic is soil pH, which determines how acidic or alkaline the soil is. While most grass performs best in soil with a pH between 6 and 7, the right soil pH still depends on the grass type you are planting.

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  • 9 Lawn Care Tips That Can Save You Money & Time

    A gorgeous lawn—the lush, green landscape free of weeds—is a status symbol for many homeowners. But, as lovely as that is, that simply doesn’t happen overnight.

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  • Grass Plugger & 6 Other Essentials For Planting Plugs

    Bethel Farms has specialized in growing warm-season grasses in trays, called the SodPod—a miniature lawn in a pod. It consists of mature grass with a well-established root system to guarantee more planting success. We recommend our grass plug solutions as a more cost-effective way to establish new lawns and refill sparse areas in both residential and commercial settings.

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