Hybrid Bermuda Seasonal Growing Tips

Fertilize every 8-10 weeks with an all-purpose fertilizer such as 21-7-14. Frequent fertilization will improve color but also require more mowing due to faster growth rate.

Apply a contact herbicide to control Broadleaf weeds in the summer.

Hybrid Bermuda will gradually go dormant in the cool months. During dormancy, little care is required except for an occasional watering if no natural rainfall occurs.

If you choose to overseed with Ryegrass, October is the best month since the Hybrid Bermuda is slowing it’s growth rate yet the weather is warm enough for good Ryegrass seed germination.

If needed, apply a pre-emergent for grassy weeds in the early fall. Another dose can be given in late winter if you have persistent problems with grassy weeds.

If needed, apply a pre-emergent for Broadleaf weeds in the late fall.

Fertilize every 8-10 weeks with an all-purpose fertilizer such as 21-7-14.

If needed, apply a pre-emergent for Broadleaf weeds in the early spring.

Spring is a good time to do a thorough inspection and audit of your irrigation system before the hot summer months place extra stress on your plant material.