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 Palmetto St. Augustine is a St. Augustine variety discovered by Mr. Tobey Wagner and Mr. Elmer Kirkland off the east coast of Florida. Palmetto is not a lab grass or artical hybrid as some St. Augustines are. It is a perennial, vegetatively-propagated grass that has been tested in various climates since the early 1990's.
Palmetto has very distinct features which help it grow in more shadier areas and cooler climates as compared to other St. Augustine varieties. Palmetto has a much shorter leaf as compared to your traditional St. Augustines of bitter blue and florotam. With this shorter leaf Palmetto does not discolor as quickly under cooler conditions and has proven to be a better shade tolerate grass as well.
As with other St. Augustine grasses, Palmetto must be treated for occasional cinch bug as well as leaf spot that may occur during certain times of the year. We feel that with proper preventative care, as we do with all grasses, these problems can be kept to a minimum.
Palmetto St. Augustine grass is licensed by Sod Solutions, Inc. of South Carolina and Craft Turf Farms is one of the 50 registered growers in the United States.
These guidelines are not comprehensive as climate and soil conditions vary greatly
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Mow 1 1/2” to 3” with rotary mower. Bagging is preferred but not necessary. Mow every 7 - 10 days to ensure quality growth.
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Water every 3 - 4 days at least 1” of water. If wilting occurs water thoroughly. Heavy soils and shaded areas require less watering.
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After danger of frost or by mid March weed and feed with Atrazine. This will help promote good consisted growth with a pre-emergent for annual weeds.
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Mid-April, early May insecticide should be applied to help prevent cinch bugs as well as other unwanted insects.
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Palmetto St. Augustine is most susceptible during the extreme heat and humidity of summer and early fall. Avoid evening waterings, watering early in the morning is recommended. Recommended fungicides include daconil, heritage and banner. Follow instructions on labels.
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Mow 1 1/2” to 3” with rotary mower. Mow every 10 - 14 days depending on desired height.
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Water as needed. Be careful not to over water during this time of year. Over watering will promote diseases.
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A well balanced fertilizer like 16-4-8 is acceptable this time of year. Be careful not to over fertilize during summer - early fall, can be damaging to the turf.
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Watch for army worms and sod web worms during late July and August. Treat as needed.
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Fall Application is recommended.
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