Investing in new Kentucky bluegrass sod for your home makes for a beautiful, lush lawn and can provide years of enjoyment when taken care of. It needs to be maintained after being installed, and a few simple tips will protect your investment. To help your Kentucky bluegrass sod stay healthy for seasons to come, the team from Keeven Bros Sod Company in O’Fallon, MO, have offered up a few pointers for care and maintenance.

How to Maintain Your Kentucky Bluegrass Sod

1. Water

After your grass has established itself in your lawn, the turf should receive at least one inch of water per week. This is a healthy amount to allow the roots to grow deeper and become strong. When your lawn has matured a bit, watering should be done about once a week to allow roots to stay strong.

2. Mowing

Mowing should be done on a regular basis to maintain a consistent height of grass. If your grass gets a bit too long, cut it shorter gradually as not to shock the blades. A good rule is that you should only take off about 1/3 of the leaf blade at a time. Regular mowing is beneficial for many reasons, one of which is natural fertilization. If you only trim a bit of grass, forego the lawnmower bag and let the grass decompose on its own.

3. Fertilization

Fertilizers should be applied during different parts of the year based on the weather and other seasonal factors. Your sod company or lawn care professional can suggest a good schedule to follow to keep your Kentucky bluegrass sod in great shape all year long. Fertilizers will help keep invasive bugs and molds away and prevent weed growth or crabgrass. Creating a schedule that’s right for your location and lawn is a worthwhile investment.

If you want sod installation or grass seeding or have other lawn needs in the St. Louis metro area, get in touch with the experts from Keeven Bros Sod Company. They have served the community with the highest quality work and service since 1953 and will do the same for you. Call them at (636) 240-4900, or visit them online to learn more about Kentucky bluegrass sod.