Page 10 - Hawaii Renovation - Feb 20, 2022

10 HAWAII RENOVATION FEBRUARY 20, 2022 HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
Learn about lawn installation, maintenance
BY CAROLINE WRIGHT
Spring is around the corner, and homeown- ers all over Oahu are
thinking about how to make their properties more attrac- tive and comfortable.
“This time of year, many folks plan to purchase new lawns, or rejuvenate their ex- isting lawns,” says Sean Fong, owner of Hawaiian Turfgrass. “It seems to go hand-in-hand with spring cleaning.”
PREPPING YOUR LAWN FOR TURFGRASS INSTALLATION
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“If you’re doing your own installation, follow these steps to help your new lawn thrive,” Fong recommends.
• Remove all traces of your old lawn and any weeds, with herbicides or organically. This should take two to four weeks.
“Protect your investment! Take your time,” advises Fong.
• Rake and remove roots and plant material. Till the soil, then rake until surface is level.
• Add an inch of high- quality compost across the entire area.
“This creates a welcoming surface with plenty of nutri- ents,” Fong says.
• Level the surface by
spreading compost with rakes. Then use a drum roller to remove divots.
• Install the turf squares over the compost base in a checkerboard pattern, with seams pushed close togeth-
er. Then go back and forth with the drum roller to help sod make contact with the compost.
“The grass should be so wet that water squishes out from the roller,” says Fong.
• Water your new lawn two or three times a day for the next three weeks.
AFTER INSTALLATION: TIPS FOR ONGOING MAINTENANCE
After your turf has estab- lished itself, you’ll need to pay close attention for a while to figure out how to help it thrive. Below, Fong offers a few expert tips for ongoing maintenance:
• Cut back on watering: Water every third or fourth day for 15-20 minutes.
“Longer soaks promote deeper roots,” says Fong.
• Sharpen your blades: Dull blades tear grass, leavingcr jagged edges with openingsfec for pests and disease. Avoid mowing with a dull blade.er Consider sharpening mowerat blades a couple times eachlar year, and having extras onfor hand.
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