Rush Lawn Care & Design suggests maintaining a mowing height of 1.5 to 2 inches through the growing season. Slow growth results in less mowing. Mow regularly with a sharp rotary or reel mower, allowing the clippings from frequent mowing to remain on the lawn. Leaving the grass taller in fall and winter will allow the dormant blade to act as a protective blanket during the coldest months. We recommend the following heights for fall and winter:
Common Bermudagrass—3.0-3.5 inches
Hybrid Bermudagrass— 2.5-3.0 inches
Watering
Bermudagrass is not as imperative as watering other grasses. Bermudagrasses love the sunlight and are fairly drought resistant. After each application, you will need to water the lawn. Watering is more important after dry fertilizer has been applied. The granular pellets will need to be watered down into the soil for best results. As a basic rule, we suggest watering once a week during the growing season.
Seeding or Sodding Bermuda
Bermudagrass can either be seeded or sodded in the spring. Many factors can hinder the germination of seed and it may take longer to establish than sod. Within one growing season, however, it should be fully established. Rush Lawn Care & Design seeds and sods Bermudagrass in April. Call the office for a free manager inspection and price quote or fill out the request form
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Interesting Facts
Bermudagrass is considered the "South's Grass", a favorite in texture and color for all areas of usage. The down side to Bermudagrass is the aggressive quality that also makes it so popular. Flower beds or other adjacent areas can be overrun if not kept in check by constant edging or applications of herbicides. Known as one of the most persistent and aggressive grasses grown, it is very hard to kill after establishment. This is one of the grasses that can "return from the dead" if not completely killed the first time due to its extensive root system. Just digging it up without getting rid of the roots will not solve the problem.