A consistent treatment program — fertilization, weed control, and disease/pest management — keeps your lawn dense and healthy through the Triangle's long growing season and humid summers. Programs are typically built around your specific grass type, since fescue and warm-season grasses like bermuda and zoysia need fertilizer and treatments at different times of year.
What's Included
- Seasonal fertilization scheduled to grass type and growth cycle
- Pre-emergent and post-emergent weed control
- Fungicide treatment for common regional lawn diseases like brown patch and large patch
- Grub and insect control as needed
- Soil pH testing and lime application when indicated
- Core aeration and overseeding (typically for fescue lawns in fall)
- Lawn health monitoring and program adjustments through the season
Signs You Need This Service
- Persistent weeds despite regular mowing
- Thin, patchy, or slow-to-green-up turf
- Circular or irregular brown patches, especially after humid weather
- A lawn that's never been on a consistent fertilization schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the treatment schedule different for fescue vs. bermuda/zoysia?
Yes, significantly — fescue is typically fertilized most heavily in fall, while bermuda and zoysia are fertilized during their active summer growing season.
What's causing brown patches in my lawn during summer?
Humid summer conditions in the Triangle commonly bring fungal diseases like brown patch (fescue) or large patch (zoysia/bermuda) — a treatment provider can diagnose and treat the specific issue.
Do I need a soil test before starting a treatment program?
It's a good idea — Piedmont clay soil often runs more acidic than turfgrass prefers, and a soil test helps target lime and fertilizer applications rather than guessing.