Green Velvet Sod Farms
Turf Care
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Green Velvet’s
Traditional 5-Step Lawn Care Program

Green Velvet is pleased to offer this easy to follow 5-step lawn care program. Our professional turf care products will allow you to establish a healthy, beautiful lawn. Follow our guide to ensure that your lawn is in excellent condition throughout the year.


STEP 1 - Spring Crabgrass Control with 13-0-0 w/ Barricade & 25% NSN***

  • Prevents crabgrass all season as well as a feeding for quick Spring green up.
  • For best results apply in March thru early April.
  • 50 lb bag covers 11,000 sq ft
  • *** Can not be used on newly seeded lawns—must use 12-24-12 Siduron

STEP 2 - Spring Weed and Feed Control with 15-0-5 Viper w/ 25% XRT

  • Controls actively growing weeds such as dandelions while feeding and strengthening the lawn.
  • Must be applied to a wet leaf for optimum control.
  • Apply in late April thru early June.
  • 40 lb bag covers 10,000 sq ft.

STEP 3 - Summer Insect Protection with 15-0-4 w/ 20% Merit

  • Protects against grubs and surface feeding insect and strengthens the lawn against heat and drought.
  • Must be watered in after application to gain full effectiveness.
  • Apply in mid-June thru early August.
  • 50 lb bag covers 12,500 sq ft.
  • *** If grubs are not a problem we recommend using 24-0-8 w/ Iron & 50% NSN Fertilizer.

STEP 4 - Fall Fertilization with 32-0-4 w/ 50% MSN & 2% Fe

  • A well balanced slow release Nitrogen fertilizer with Iron to keep the lawn green and growing thru the fall.
  • Apply September thru October.
  • 50 lb bag covers 16,000 sq ft.

STEP 5 - Winter Feeding with 33-0-3 Rapid Release

  • The most important fertilization of the year!
  • Apply November thru early December.
  • 50 lb bag covers 16,000 sq ft.

AERATION

  • ***Green Velvet recommends core aeration with STEP 5 to reduce soil compaction and promote a deeper rooted, healthier plant. Dormant seeding can be done in conjunction with fall aeration if needed.