Lawn Care in AZ
The extreme heat and dry conditions in Arizona can make it difficult to grow and maintain a lawn. However, with proper care and attention you can keep your lawn green all year long. Does this Spark an idea?
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Watering
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Because of the desert climate and lack of regular rainfall, regular watering becomes a critical part of lawn care in Arizona. New grass seed needs to remain moist for 30 days after planting, meaning that you may need to water it several times a day, the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension reports. For established grass, you can scale back waterings, but without regular irrigation it will dry and brown out quickly in the hot summer months. Try not to let it go more than three days without water in the summer. The best times to water are early morning or late in the evening.
Fertilizing
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Fertilize your Arizona lawn annually or when you establish a new lawn, overseed your lawn or repair damaged grassy areas. The type of fertilizer you should use depends on the grass you grow and where you live within the state. A complete nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium fertilizer will work well in most cases, but your lawn may have specific needs that a more specialized fertilizer is designed to address.
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Mowing
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Mow your lawn regularly; knowing the proper height will help keep your lawn looking healthy and lush. For best results, make sure you know what type of grass you have and what the proper mowing height is. Always cut it no shorter than the maximum recommended blade height, and keep your mower blades sharp, the Arizona Master Gardener Manual advises. Also, never remove more than one third of the blade height in a single mowing.
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