Late Spring

The Borst Landscape & Design Calendar is designed to give you tips, reminders, things to do and answer some frequently asked questions throughout the months.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: When will my maintenance service begin?
A: Your maintenance service will begin on or about May 1st.

Q: How soon should I water after a fertilization application?
A: Water as soon as possible (within 2 days). The sooner you water the faster the fertilizer will be activated.

Q: What is the water recommendation for new plantings?
A: First 2 weeks - 15 minutes everyday.
    Next 4 weeks - 15 minutes every other day.
    Then water as needed for remainder of the season.

Q: What are the recommendations for the care of my new sod?
A: After installation cut after 2 weeks, ideal cutting height is 3 inches.  First 2 weeks after installation water 2 times per day - early a.m. and early p.m. for 20 minutes.  Resume normal watering schedule thereafter.

Q: Is it safe for pets/children to play on the lawn after a fertilizer or weed killer application?
A: We recommend that you let the lawn dry for 1 hour.


 





Late Spring "to do" List

  • Monthly Lawn Maintenance Begins
  • Last chance for lawn renovation  before hot weather
  • Tie up foliage on tulips and daffodils
    (DO NOT CUT TO GROUND)
  • Prepare and plant flower beds
  • Start up Irrigation System
  • Apply Foliar Disease and Insect Control Treatments
  • Apply Weed Pre-Emergent for lawns and gardens
  • Apply Crab Grass Control
  • Open Swimming Pool
  • Apply Weed Control to lawn where needed
  • Check bulbs and connections on outdoor lighting