Summer is officially here. Fescue lawns will stress during the summer due to the hot temperatures and dry conditions. This stress combined with conditions, optimal for disease, makes summer months the toughest on your lawn. The next three months we will be doing everything possible to allow the turf to survive and minimize damage. Your June service will include a preventative fungicide application and a grub control application.
Whatever short falls in rain we experienced this season were more than made up in May. East Tennessee has experienced significant rainfall in the past few weeks. Please keep in mind the information from previous emails regarding mowing height and watering practices. Mowing and watering correctly can help the turf survive and thrive during these conditions. Done incorrectly, it can be a detriment to the process. On my personal lawn, I have been cutting at 4.5″ and watering as needed.