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I Can Fertilize My Own South Florida Lawn, Why Should I Hire a Professional?

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Considering fertilizing your own Palm Beach County lawn? It can save you money, but there are many benefits to having a licensed professional do it for you. South Florida’s climate is tough on lawns and proper fertilization, pest control and disease detection are critical in maintaining the density and health of your lawn. Our trained experts understand where to apply spray or granular fertilizer to maximize replenishing the nutrients into your lawn and ornamental landscaping where it will grow stronger roots, and become more resistant to pest and diseases.

The lawn fertilization experts at or company know which fertilizers will deliver the best results for your particular South Florida lawn and the best time to apply them for maximum results. They have years of experience in detecting lawn pest infestations and diseases before they overwhelm your lawn. And they have access to state of the art equipment and spray trucks to make doing the job right easier and faster.

Keep in mind that just because a professional lawn fertilization service is a well-known national company you recognize doesn’t necessarily mean the person that shows up at your house will be an expert. With our locally owned and operated company you get decades of combined experience in the use of proper lawn and landscape fertilizers and pesticides and we stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Having a beautiful lawn doesn’t just add curb appeal to you Palm Beach County home. Some HOAs and towns will fine you for dead and unsightly sod.

Sure, you can fertilize your own lawn, we are here to make your life easier.

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Dollar Spot Fungus Treatment & Prevention

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Dollar spot fungus is a common lawn disease in Palm Beach County and other warm climates caused by the Clarireedia jacksonii fungi. It is prevalent on golf courses and other closely cut sod grass areas throughout South Florida and worldwide. This fungus is recognizable by the small, round, straw colored spots it creates on lawns about the size of silver dollar, hence the name. Lack of specific soil nutrients is the primary cause of dollar spot fungus, so soil testing is a good first step to prevention. Nitrogen levels that are below normal allow dollar spot fungus to thrive, so proper lawn fertilization is key to keeping it in check.

Will Dollar Spot Fungus Go Away Without Treatment?

Left untreated, dollar spot fungus will spread throughout your commercial or residential West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington or Jupiter lawn and could create large, unsightly patches of dead sod. So waiting to see if it goes away on its own will only cause a bigger problem for you and your lawn.

Do Fungicides Work on Dollar Spot Fungus?

Dollar spot fungus may be manageable with the use of fungicides like myclobutanil, fenarimol, propiconazole, boscalid, and triadimefon, but because dollar spot fungus can develop resistance to fungicides in a short period of time it is best to treat the cause by keeping your lawn healthy and strong with lawn care that includes proper fertilization, aeration and irrigation.

Why not leave your lawn problems to a professional? Our highly trained pest control and fertilization technicians have been keeping the lawns of West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, Jupiter and other Palm Beach County, Florida cities lush, green and fungus free for over twenty five years.

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What is the Most Common Lawn Disease in South Florida?

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Brown patch fungus, also known as large patch disease, is the most common lawn disease in Palm Beach County and is very aggressive. This fungal disease thrives in the hot, humid climate of South Florida and ends up creating circular brown patches that can range in size up to several feet across. St. Augustine and Zoysiagrass turf seem to be most susceptible and will start to turn the infected area dark purplish-green and light brown before it ends up killing the turf grass. Excessive moisture exasperates the problem and your lawn should have proper drainage.

Once the lawn has been treated with a fungicide, proper maintenance including aerating and dethatching can aid in preventing brown patch fungus from returning. Having irrigation that runs at night could also be a problem as your lawn needs proper airflow and evaporation.

The highly trained professionals at our locally owned and operated company can help with disease prevention, identification and treatment for your Palm Beach County residential or commercial lawn. We can keep your lawn lush, green and pest and disease free no matter what type of sod you have. And regular fertilization service creates a healthier, denser lawn that is more resistant to stress and disease. In tough cases, we will even send your soil to be tested at The University of Florida for a full analysis on viruses and lawn diseases.

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Is Spray or Granular Fertilizer Better For Palm Beach County Lawns?

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To use liquid spray fertilizer versus granular fertilizers in Palm Beach County is a popular question. The truth is both have their benefits. Liquid fertilizer is easier to apply and gives a nice even coverage, but can evaporate in the hot South Florida sun. On the other hand, granular fertilizer lasts longer and feeds your lawn and ornamental landscaping nutrients over time. Newly laid and damaged sod may benefit more from liquid fertilizer in the short-term.

The highly experienced fertilization professionals at our locally owned and operated company can help you decide which fertilizer treatment is best for your Palm Beach County lawn. We can keep your lawn lush, green and pest and disease free no matter what type of sod you have. Regular fertilization creates a healthier, denser lawn that is more resistant to stress and disease.

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How to Keep St. Augustine Grass Looking Good in South Florida?

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One of the most common sod grasses for South Florida lawns is St. Augustine grass, scientifically known as Stenotaphrum secundatum. St. Augustine grass is a warm weather grass that is popular in our area because of its natural resistance to saltwater and high tolerance against heat and humidity. The most common varieties of St. Augustine sod grass include: Floratam, Palmetto, Bitterblue, CitraBlue, ProVista and Seville with each having their own benefits and drawbacks. If sugarcane mosaic virus is a concern to you The State of Florida suggests using Palmetto type St. Augustine sod. St. Augustine turf grasses spread via stolons and create lush, dense mats that help push out noxious weed infestations. But St. Augustine lawns aren’t immune from problems and keeping it looking its best requires a little TLC.

Before beginning any treatment plans for your Palm Beach County St. Augustine lawn, get a soil test. St. Augustine sod grass needs the proper nutrients and drainage to truly thrive and it doesn’t do well in highly compacted soil. Check your soils pH level. Ideally this should range between 5.0 and 7.5. If your soil doesn’t meet these requirements and you still want to grown St. Augustine grass, a soil amendment may be required.

After you know your soil is a good match for St. Augustine sod grass, it is matter of proper sunlight, fertilization, irrigation and pest control to keep it looking its best. St. Augustine sod grass is not drought tolerant, but too much irrigation can lead to different types of lawn fungus.

St. Augustine Grass Tips in South Florida

  • St. Augustine sod grass thrives in the hot sun of Palm Beach County and the parts of your lawn under shade will not be as prosperous as full sun areas.
  • To encourage deep root growth your St. Augustine lawn should be watered deeply for fewer days rather than lightly everyday.
  • Irrigate your St. Augustine lawn in the morning instead of the night to aid in proper evaporation and avoid pooling water
  • Fertilize St. Augustine grass with slow-release nitrogen rich fertilizers
  • Keep an eye out for destructive lawn pests like the southern chinch bug

Why not leave your St. Augustine lawn treatment to a professional. Our locally owned and operated company can keep your South Florida lawn looking great with complete professional lawn fertilization, pest control and weed control service. We have been treating West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington and Jupiter, Florida residential and commercial lawns for decades and have the experience to get the job done right.

We offer natural, environmentally friendly and pet friendly lawn weed control products as an option to our clients. Our experienced technicians can discuss your concerns and the options available to you.

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Lawn Treatment for Brown Patch Disease

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South Florida is known for its high humidity, which is one of the reasons brown patch fungus is the most common lawn diseases in Palm Beach County. Brown patch fungus, or brown patch disease as it is sometimes called, can be caused by numerous factors including poor soil drainage, too much irrigation, high humidity and more. Basically anything that traps moisture in your lawn long enough to start growing fungi can be the origin of brown patch disease, which is caused by rhizoctonia solani fungi. Left untreated, this fungus will rapidly spread and eventually cause severe damage to your South Florida sod grass.

A properly applied fungicide will help kill off brown patch and other fungi. And once your lawn has been treated with a fungicide, proper maintenance including aerating and dethatching can aid in preventing brown patch fungus from returning. Having irrigation that runs during the night could also be a problem because your lawn needs sunshine for proper evaporation.

Neem oil can be an effective natural way to solve your brown patch disease lawn problems. Neem oil is a natural fungicide that works well on small areas, however severe outbreaks will most likely need the aid of a chemical fungicide. Simply treat the spots by spraying the recommended amount of neem oil on them and repeat until the fungi have disappeared. But once again, you should address the cause to prevent brown patch fungus from returning.

Preventing Brown Patch Disease From Recurring

  • Check Soil for High Nitrogen Levels
  • Aerate & Dethatch to Allow Your Lawn to Breath
  • Run Irrigation in Morning Hours to Allow Evaporation
  • Make Sure Storm Drainage Systems are Fee of Debris

Our locally owned and operated lawn treatment company has experienced professionals that can help with lawn disease identification, prevention and treatment for your Palm Beach County residential or commercial lawn. We can keep your West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington or Jupiter, Florida lawn lush, green and disease free no matter what type of sod you have. And remember, proper maintenance and regular fertilization creates a healthier, denser lawn that is more resistant to stress and disease.

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What is the Difference Between Pre-Emergent & Post-Emergent Herbicides?

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If you have tried any DIY weed control on your own Palm Beach County lawn you have probably come across the terms “pre-emergent” and “post-emergent” when shopping for herbicides. Which one is better? Which one gets the job done for your particular problem?

It’s really not that difficult, but unfortunately neither may solve all your problems by themselves. Pre-emergent herbicides are used on young weeds before the seeds germinate, thus preventing new weeds from taking over your lawn. Post-emergent herbicides are used on adult weeds that have already taken root and are actively growing. Pre-emergent herbicides do work very well in the sandy soil of Palm Beach County as it is loose and can’t set up a barrier. But remember, there is no pre-emergent herbicide that works on all types of Palm Beach County weeds. But you will have good luck using pre-emergent herbicide products on one of South Florida’s most common weeds…crabgrass. You just need to apply it at the proper time.

Why not leave your Palm Beach County weed control problems to a professional? Our expert lawn pest control technicians has been keeping the lawns of West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, Jupiter and other Palm Beach County, Florida cities lush, green and beautiful with our professional weed control service for over twenty five years. We customize our professional weed control services to meet your specific needs and our customers are billed only for the applications they need and approve.

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