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Is Zoysia high maintenance?
For many homeowners, Zoysia grass is their warm-season grass of choice. That’s especially true where a drought-resistant, low-maintenance, traffic-tolerant lawn is the goal.
What is the best herbicide to use on Zoysia grass?
Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control is a pure pre-emergent herbicide. It is excellent for use in Zoysia grass. It does not contain any fertilizers, making it a perfect winter application choice. Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control stops many types of invasive weeds in their tracks.
Is Zoysia grass Expensive?
Zoysia is definitely much more expensive than Bermuda grass. There are several types of Zoysia sod such as Palisades (a coarse textured type and very popular in the US), Emerald and Cavalier. Average cost of Zoysia sod is around $235 per pallet (a pallet covers 450 sq. ft of area).
How long does zoysia grass last?
Zoysia grass will look its best for about three months of the year, and zoysia lawns lose the desired green hue around mid-autumn. Often, the lawn will stay brown well into Spring, which is a deal breaker for some.
How often should zoysia grass be cut?
every 5 to 7 days
Zoysiagrass should be mowed every 5 to 7 days and less often when the lawn is drought stressed. . Do not apply more than 2 lbs of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet per year.
What is the best fertilizer for zoysia grass?
Zoysia grass does best when fertilized with a complete fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium in a ratio of 1:2:1.
When to plant Zoysia sod?
Zoysia sod is extremely difficult to establish from seed, so experts recommend using sod. Laying sod in winter during the Zoysia dormancy period is possible, but the best time to plant Zoysia sod is during the spring and fall.
When to fertilize Empire Zoysia?
Empire zoysia thrives in slightly acidic soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 6.5. Fertilize an established lawn with a 16-4-8 product specifically labeled for zoysia grass in mid-May and again in mid-July.