SouthernTurf

05/20/2026

Please read!

Green-up of some warm-season grasses ramped up with unusually high March temperatures (third warmest March since 1887). As normal, warm-season grasses growing in the shade lagged behind those growing…

08/08/2025

Monitor your lawn for Fall Army Worm eggs. We are proactively scheduling treatment applications to minimize damage from Fall Army Worms. If you are interested in scheduling treatment for your lawn, please contact us at (919) 901-2281 or visit our website at southernturfinc.com.

06/22/2025

It’s going to be a hot week! Owners of fescue lawns, please read

Fescue grass, particularly tall fescue, is a cool-season grass, which means it thrives in temperatures between 60–75°F (15–24°C). When exposed to 100°F (38°C) heat, fescue can struggle significantly. Here's how it typically reacts:

🔥 Heat Stress Symptoms
Wilting and discoloration: Grass blades may wilt, turn grayish-blue, or brown.
Slow growth or dormancy: Fescue may stop growing or go dormant to conserve resources.
Thinning: Heat-stressed fescue often thins out, making room for w**ds or invasive grasses.
Increased disease risk: High heat and humidity can trigger fungal diseases like brown patch.
🌿 How to Help It Survive
Water deeply and early: About 1 to 1.5 inches per week, ideally in the morning to avoid evaporation and fungal growth.
Mow high: Keep blades at 3–4 inches to shade the soil and reduce stress.
Avoid fertilizing: High-nitrogen fertilizers in extreme heat can burn the grass.
Minimize foot traffic: Stress can worsen with frequent use.

05/03/2025

04/26/2025

Getting rid of the some w**ds the old way with a little extra help!

Call us today to set up your Lawn on a Treatment Program today! We will be happy to come for a free assessment accustomed to your lawn and budget.

Our newest little crew member services are included at no extra cost!

09/19/2024

Yikes! Army Worms are in full effect! If you notice some discoloration and damage to your lawn, give us a call. We can determine if this is an issues for your lawn

08/19/2024

Some clear Fall Army Worm damage seen here! Please keep an eye out on your lawn. If you suspect some discoloration (browning) in the lawn such as this video, give us a call and we can come by and treat before too much damage is done

08/17/2024

Hey Ya’ll! If you are noticing some discoloring in your lawn recently, it could be a good sign of Fall Army Worms. Give us a call if you need us to come out to check it.