Lawn and Garden Care | Holmes Agro

LAWN & GARDEN CARE

LAWN & GARDEN CARE

LAWN & GARDEN CARE

LAWN & GARDEN CARE

LAWN & GARDEN CARE 101

WITH DR.DIRT

So, you want to start a garden or refresh your yard, but you’re wondering where to start. At Holmes Agro, we like to start with the soil first.

Start with a soil sample to see what nutrient levels you are already dealing with so you know what you have to add to make sure what you want to grow will thrive!

Learn more

LAWN & GARDEN CARE 101

WITH DR.DIRT

So, you want to start a garden or refresh your yard, but you’re wondering where to start. At Holmes Agro, we like to start with the soil first.

Start with a soil sample to see what nutrient levels you are already dealing with so you know what you have to add to make sure what you want to grow will thrive!

Learn more

When is the Right Time to Fertilize and Overseed?

Your first fertilizer application should be made between April and May, just before the heat of summer arrives. A feeding of slow release nitrogen (SRN) will allow the plant to rebuild it’s energy reserves to help tolerate the stresses of summer, including drought, heat, disease and insects. A percentage of SRN can feed the grass for 6-8 weeks.
A second application of fertilizer should be scheduled between July and August. Try and time your application prior to a rainfall to ensure that the product gets adequately watered in.
A third application, scheduled for September, should be made to encourage the roots to build sugars, or root reserves, to help it to overwinter.
Overseeding, in addition to fertilizing, is also important in encouraging a thick lawn. Early spring and early fall is the best time to overseed. Be sure to pick a seed mixture that is suitable to your environment.

When is the Right Time to Fertilize and Overseed?

Your first fertilizer application should be made between April and May, just before the heat of summer arrives. A feeding of slow release nitrogen (SRN) will allow the plant to rebuild it’s energy reserves to help tolerate the stresses of summer, including drought, heat, disease and insects. A percentage of SRN can feed the grass for 6-8 weeks.
A second application of fertilizer should be scheduled between July and August. Try and time your application prior to a rainfall to ensure that the product gets adequately watered in.
A third application, scheduled for September, should be made to encourage the roots to build sugars, or root reserves, to help it to overwinter.
Overseeding, in addition to fertilizing, is also important in encouraging a thick lawn. Early spring and early fall is the best time to overseed. Be sure to pick a seed mixture that is suitable to your environment.

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What are some benefits to a healthy lawn?

Turf is a natural air conditioner – 8 average sized lawns have enough cooling effect for 16 average sized homes.
Turf helps to control soil erosion, protect surface water quality and acts as a filter for the air we breathe.
A healthy 50 x 50-foot lawn generates enough oxygen for a family of four to breathe for one year.
Overseeding, in addition to fertilizing, is also important in encouraging a thick lawn. Early spring and early fall is the best time to overseed. Be sure to pick a seed mixture that is suitable to your environment.

What are some benefits to a healthy lawn?

Turf is a natural air conditioner – 8 average sized lawns have enough cooling effect for 16 average sized homes.
Turf helps to control soil erosion, protect surface water quality and acts as a filter for the air we breathe.
A healthy 50 x 50-foot lawn generates enough oxygen for a family of four to breathe for one year.
Overseeding, in addition to fertilizing, is also important in encouraging a thick lawn. Early spring and early fall is the best time to overseed. Be sure to pick a seed mixture that is suitable to your environment.