1. Oscillating Sprinkler- This is the most common type of sprinkler. It can water up to 4,000 square feet of space, in a rectangular pattern. The problem with this can be that water can build up and create puddles on your lawn. This is caused by the curving of the water when it comes out of the sprinkler. You will need an oscillating sprinkler that has at least 15 spray jets. The cheaper the sprinkler the more you’re going to get puddles. So try to spend a little more so it works like it is supposed to.
2. Stationary Sprinkler- This is the best sprinkler for smaller spaces. You can get this sprinkler in three different patterns; circular, rectangular and square. This is the kind of sprinkler that a lot of people use for their kids to jump through. There is a bonus to this stationary sprinkler. It is one of the cheapest ones on the market. Although there are positives to everything, there can be negatives. The negative with this sprinkler is it can clog up easily, and is usually made of plastic, so it can break quickly.
3. Pulsating Sprinkler- This type of sprinkler makes a circular pattern, and it can water up to 10,000 square feet of space, given there is enough water pressure. This is the best sprinkler for spaces that have an irregular shaped space. The water rarely makes puddles with this type of sprinkler. The down-fall to this sprinkler is it is a little bit louder than other sprinklers, and it doesn’t work as well if you have low water pressure.

These three water sprinklers all have different prices and they all have different jobs. If you pick the right kind of sprinkler for your lawn you can end up saving a lot of money on water. Too much water can be bad, for a number of reasons; it’s bad for the environment, your wallet and your lawn. If you take the time to find the right sprinkler for your lawn that your lawn will thank you. You will also be happy with it because you will have a nice, green, lush lawn.

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We are all guilty of falling into the trap of judging the quality of our turf by how green the grass is or how think they appear. So the real question is, “How do I get there?”

Start by doing a soil report. By knowing what nutrients are in the soil, organic matter content and how they all relate to one another to increase plant health is what soil reports are designed to do.  Having a soil report done is like having a starting line of soil health and can act as a report card to see the progression of how your soils are being managed.

It is important to get several samples to get an overall snapshot of not only the troubled areas, but also the above average conditions to see how your soils are responding to micro climate areas. This is a very affordable way to ensure your budget isn’t being wasted on things that don’t work.

Knowing the history of products applied and when they were applied is just as vital to interpreting and understanding the data from the soil report. Your soil report will show what nutrients are available, deficient, and in excess. Having this information would allow a turf specialist to customize a soil fertility amendment program custom to your turfs needs.

Once the program is followed and well established, the results will be truly outstanding. There will be fewer weed infestations, fewer insect populations, deeper and denser root masses, less thatch accumulation and a better utilization of nutrients that up until now, were unavailable to the plants.

So you’ve taken care of the soil, but there’s another important factor – water! Most soils that are “dysfunctional” at various times of year are usually over or under watered. There are technologies developed to be incorporated into irrigation systems to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.

In the end, with a basic, balanced cultural approach to turf, irrigation, and soil health, we can make best use of what nature has provided.

What is your lawn telling you?

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Well, the good news is that we have the answers for you and they are easy to do! All you have to do is follow these four easy steps and you’ll have the perfect yard just in time for all the outdoor fun!

Grass Seeding         

The idea of seeding your lawn might feel silly and maybe a bit pointless, but there are a few reasons why you should reseed your yard – even if you have grass already growing. When was the last time you or a previous resident planted grass? If you think decades may have passed, there is a possibility that the species of grass could be weak due to disease or more dependent on water. Not to mention that by reseeding you can put an end to those unsightly brown spots and bald areas.

Watering and Fertilizing

Setting aside a time to water your lawn may be more important than you realize. Watering during the day will cause the water to simply evaporate and when done at night, it can lead to fungus, disease and a sick lawn. The best time to water is either in the dawn or between the hours of four and eight in the morning. Fertilizing is just as important as watering your garden; you should feed your lawn a slow-release fertilizer about every five to six weeks.

Lawn Aeration

As intimidating and difficult as it may sound, aerating your lawn is actually fairly easy and extremely beneficial to your grass. Simply rent an aerator, preferably commercial-grade and follow the instructions. This process will help the water reach the roots of your grass, ensuring you waste less water while your yard gets all the nutrients it needs! Not only this, but it also prevents compaction, allowing your grass to breathe and grow. Watch your grass grow greener and healthier!

Ideal Length

Most people cut their grass short because they believe they won’t have to mow as often and they will have a healthier lawn with fewer weeds. The truth is that the shorter you cut your yard, the more problems you will have. Taller grass needs less water and tends to grow thinker with will prevent weeds from growing. The taller grass shields the roots which allows for a longer root system and ensures that the water soaks deeper into the ground.

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