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  • Lawn Alternatives

    … An example of a yard with less lawn. Updated: February 23, 2024 Ways to reduce your lawn and plant an alternative Lawns are usually desired for … and water waste, to name a few. Even organic lawn care requires time and expense. Removing grass and reducing …

  • Herbicide Options for Managing Common Lawn Weeds in Maryland

    … March 20, 2024 Herbicides have been used to control lawn weeds since the 1950s. But the potential risks to … cause people to reconsider their use as part of routine lawn care. Concentrating on proper  lawn care practices  can … not mentioned. Many of the same insect pests and plant diseases are encountered by those of us that tend to yards …

  • Ornamental Cherry Trees: Identify and Manage Problems

    … but are subject to problems associated with insect pests, diseases, and weather extremes. Their lifespan ranges from 20-25 years in the typical landscape. Most diseases are favored by wet seasons.  A large number of the problems observed on trees are not caused by pests or diseases. Typically, they are caused by nonliving factors or …

  • Converting Lawns Into Diverse Landscapes: Case Studies

    … A resident of Harford County replaced portions of the lawn with native plants to increase native habitat and … and reduced the negative impact of lawn maintenance on climate change . Converting lawn strip into a pollinator … I physically removed zoysia grass, being sure to remove all roots, but retaining soil. Using a flexible hose to …

  • Watering Lawns

    … A lawn during a moderate drought has an off-color appearance, … back up. Photo: M. Talabac, UME Updated: June 30, 2023 Lawn irrigation is not encouraged, but there are certain … runoff. Use a sprinkler to apply 1 inch of water to the lawn. Place a shallow can in the area being watered to …

  • Planting and Maintaining a Zoysia Lawn

    … zoysiagrass is an alternative to a tall fescue home lawn for the warmer regions of the state like the Eastern … established, which can take 2-3 years. Why plant a zoysia lawn? Zoysiagrass is an excellent low maintenance lawn in … established it is drought tolerant and not susceptible to diseases.  Planting a zoysia lawn Perform a  soil test  in …

  • Nutrient Deficiency - Lawns

    … deficiencies result in overall thinning and decline of the lawn. Maintain adequate fertilizer levels to avoid nutrient deficiency. Most lawn grasses need to have some nitrogen added annually in … Kevin Mathias, UMD Related information UMD Extension Lawn Fertilizer Schedule Lawn Fertilizing Additional resource …

  • Identification of Grubs in Lawns

    … by natural factors such as parasites, predators, and diseases. Grubs do not typically affect turf-type tall fescue … grass. Chemical controls: Look for currently registered lawn insecticides.  Follow label directions carefully for …

  • Lawn Fertilizer Schedule (Table)

    … bullets applies, otherwise it is not necessary: your lawn is newly established it has poor color, density, or … there is a history of a severe crabgrass problem the lawn is heavily used there has been a pest, disease, or other …            Important Points Homeowners may not apply lawn fertilizer between the blackout dates of November 15th …

  • Dollar Spot - Lawns

    … two - six-inch spots. Dollar spot on Kentucky bluegrass lawn Photo: Ward Upham, Kansas State University, Bugwood.org … fertilizer schedule. Aerate and eliminate thatch in the lawn. Related information Lawn Fertilizer Schedule for Home Lawns … Dollar Spot - Lawns …