Turf Tenders

Watering Strategy for Hot, Dry Weather

Efficient watering is one of the most important practices during a hot Indiana summer. When temperatures stay in the upper 80s and 90s, turf roots can quickly become desiccated. Watering deeply and infrequently helps the lawn develop a deeper root system that can tolerate longer dry periods.

The best time to irrigate is early in the morning between 4 AM and 8 AM. This allows the lawn to absorb moisture before the sun evaporates it and reduces the risk of fungal diseases that thrive in damp evening conditions. Light, daily watering does more harm than good, encouraging shallow root growth and weak turf structure.

Turf Tenders advises homeowners to aim for about 1-2 inches of total water per week, including rainfall. Use a rain gauge or straight-sided container to monitor water output. This summer, thoughtful watering practices are more important than ever for long-term lawn health.

Preventative Grub Control: Timing & Value

June remains the most effective time to apply preventative grub control. These treatments work best before grub larvae hatch and begin feeding on turf roots. Waiting too long results in costly turf damage, spongy patches, and even the need for reseeding.

Preventative products, such as those containing imidacloprid or chlorantraniliprole, offer long residual control and dramatically reduce the likelihood of curative treatment later.

Turf Tenders uses research-backed timing and product selection to protect your lawn proactively. Investing in prevention now saves time, money, and frustration later in the season.

Grub Season is here!

The rain and cooler temperatures have finally brought in more typical fall conditions. Lawns are beginning the recovery process, however in some areas that are not recovering as expected we are finding grub activity.

Grubs are being found on a significant number of lawns in our area. If you did not receive our preventive grub control earlier this year we highly recommend inspecting your lawn for grub damage and activity.

Grubs are normal to have in lawns and finding a few throughout does not require treatment, however in higher populations grubs cause significant damage very quickly. We recommend a curative treatment for areas that are being affected. Please inspect and monitor your lawn for signs and contact us with questions or to schedule a curative treatment.