April

• Stop crabgrass before it starts with crabgrass preventer.  We suggest a mid-April to early-May application.
• Kill insects before they hatch with a dormant oil spray.  Spray when the temperatures are above 40 degrees Fahrenheit, and before the buds swell.
• Stop birch leaf minor with Di-syston granules.  The trees absorb Di-syston through the roots to kill the insects when they attack the new leaves.
• Apply Fertilome Lawn Food Plus Iron (28-4-4) to your lawn to give it a fast start.
• Remove dead foliage from herbaceous perennials if this was not done in fall.

May

• Identify insect and disease problems and treat with the proper pesticide (i.e. Triple Action, Sevin, etc.)
• Continue your fruit tree care regimen following label instructions.
• Use root stimulator when planting trees and shrubs.  This encourages a strong root system and reduces transplant shock.
• When seeding your lawn be sure to use new lawn starter fertilizer (9-23-30).
• Use slow release complete fertilizer (Osmocote) on your trees, shrubs, and flowers.  Water as you fertilize to develop strong healthy plants.
• Use Fertilome Weed Out with Trimec to help control dandelions and other broadleaf weeds in your lawn.
• Upgrade organic mulching (shredded bark) as needed.

June

• This is an important time to fertilize your lawn with Fertilome Slow Release Nitrogen 16-4-8.  This helps to replace nutrients that are used up in the early spring.
• Continue to monitor for insects and disease (see May).  Bring in samples or call for helpful recommendations.
• Remove spent flower heads on spring blooming bulbs and other early bloomers.
• Keep your lawn mowed at a 2 1/2 - 3" minimum height.  Do not remove more than 1/3 of the leaf blade at one time.
• Introduce pockets of annuals in high impact areas.

Summer Tips
Fall Tips