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Centipede Grass – Identification, Care, Planting, Cost & More

Joe Bethel — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 07:51:25 +0000

If you’re looking for a beautiful turfgrass for your lawn that doesn’t need too much maintenance, look no further than centipede grass. This unique turfgrass has several advantages over other common turfgrasses. In this blog, we’ll look at how to identify centipede grass, as well as how to propagate it and its maintenance requirements. What...

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How to Make Centipede Grass Spread

Joe Bethel — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Centipede grass is one of the most preferred turfgrasses due to its low maintenance qualities. It can withstand drought and high heat and requires infrequent mowing. However, it has one of the slowest growth rates among grasses in its class. You need to implement some measures to help centipede grass spread faster. Encouraging the fast...

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Centipede Grass Vs. Zoysia

Joe Bethel — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Homeowners and recreational facilities have always looked for grass that provides a wave of green lush. Centipede grass and Zoysia are top of the list when these homeowners want deep green grass. As warm-season perennial turf grasses, they do well in sunny climates. Still, they have features that set them apart. They have different growth...

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Centipede Grass Runners

Joe Bethel — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Centipede grass runners spread above the ground and are referred to as stolons. The stolons are short, dense, leafy stems that spread rapidly. Planting the stolons is an effective vegetative method of establishing a lawn. Planting centipede grass from the runners is preferable because it is cost-effective. Also, many hybrid varieties are not available as...

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Best Grass to Mix with Centipede

Joe Bethel — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Centipede grass is a low-maintenance turfgrass with a beautiful apple-green color. The Chinese native is one of the most preferred varieties for lawns in the south for its low maintenance and resilience in poor soils. However, it comes up short in terms of traffic and shade tolerance while also being vulnerable to a unique condition...

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Too Much Fertilizer on Grass

Joe Bethel — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Fertilizer is a critical component in the growth of healthy lawn grass. However, each grass type has varying fertilizer needs. Excessive fertilizer can make the soil toxic, and insufficient fertilizer can render your soil unable to sustain healthy turf. Excessive fertilizer in lawn soil spikes soil nitrogen and salt and causes grass blade leaf scorch....

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St Augustine Grass Vs. Centipede Grass

Joe Bethel — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000

St. Augustine grass and centipede grass are two of the most common warm-season grasses. They are great for homes and business premises. They have subtle differences that might influence your choices on what to grow. St Augustine grass and Centipede grass can be differentiated through; Physical appearance Maintenance requirements Propagation methods Still, you can mix...

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Guide for Overseeding Centipede Grass

Joe Bethel — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Overseeding grass is one of the ways to promote its thickness, provide a lush surface, and improve the overall outlook of your space. Centipede grass spreads slowly compared to other warm-season grass species such as bermudagrass, Zoysia grass, Bahia grass, etc. You can overseed centipede grass to make it appear thicker, spread your turf quicker, or give your lawn a...

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Dethatching Centipede Grass

Joe Bethel — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Centipede grass is a warm-season turfgrass, prone to excessive thatch buildup as result of over-management and slow-decaying thatch matter. It’s ideal for lawnowners with little time to care and maintain them. It is aggressive, dense, attractive and weed-free. However, thatches buildup make unsightly centipede lawns. Dethatching centipede grass lowers its vulnerability to extreme temperatures, drought,...

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Centipede Grass Problems

Joe Bethel — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Centipede grass is a top choice for many homeowners and landscapers. Although centipede grass is regarded as low-maintenance, it must be properly managed to maintain its quality and aesthetics. Most centipede grass problems arise from improper management. Correct identification of these problems will help you deal with them. Centipede grass problems that contribute to its...

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