- As infrequently as possible (once or twice a week in the cooler months, three or more times per week in the warmer months).
- For as long as possible to get deep soil penetration (up to 30 minutes). ...
- As early as possible - first thing in the morning. ...
- Do not water areas in the shade as frequently as the areas of your lawn that receive full sun.
What do I need to know about maintaining my marathon lawn?
Everything you need to know about maintaining your Marathon lawn. Marathon is the highest quality sod lawn in Southern California. In brief, here's what you'll need to know to keep in the green: Water Sod lightly after each 200 square feet are installed, to prevent wilting.
How do you Mow a marathon sod lawn?
Begin mowing weekly one week after installation. Using a rotary mower, cut Marathon Sod at a height of 2 to 3 inches, Marathon IIe at a height of 1 1/2 to 2 inches. Marathon III and Marathon III Lite should be cut at a height of 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 inches. Do not mow off more than 1/3 of the length of the grass blades at one time.
When should I fertilize my marathon lawn?
Avoid fertilizing during July and August. If your lawn is yellowish light green in color overall it is an indication that fertilizer is needed. For best results, be sure to use Marathon All-Season Lawn Fertilizer - nitrogen-rich for quick greening, and formulated especially for your Marathon lawn.
How high should I cut my marathon grass?
Using a rotary mower, cut Marathon Sod at a height of 2 to 3 inches, Marathon IIe at a height of 1 1/2 to 2 inches. Marathon III and Marathon III Lite should be cut at a height of 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 inches. Do not mow off more than 1/3 of the length of the grass blades at one time.
How do you keep marathon grass green?
To keep it that way, for the first week water until runoff begins once every few hours at 7 am, 11 am and 2 pm. During the second week water twice a day at 7 am and 2 pm. During the third week water all Marathon Sod once a day at 7 am. Eventually taper back to once every two or three days.
How often should you fertilize marathon grass?
Marathon All Season Fertilizer is a fast acting lawn food because it has a high percentage of nitrate in the formulation. Fertilize one month after installation and every month thereafter throughout the fall, winter, and spring. Avoid fertilizing during July and August.
Does marathon grass stay green all year?
All Marathon varieties stay green year-round, and are deep rooted and drought tolerant. They differ in growth rate, depth of color, texture and durability. All Marathon varieties contain our own exclusive varieties and are grown only by Southland Sod Farms .
Does Marathon 2 grass go dormant?
Turf-type tall fescues. With proprietary brand names like Marathon, Medallion or Triple Crown, tall fescues have no dormant period, though they may struggle though the hottest summer months. These are deep-rooted clumping grasses that don't spread and can get patchy.
Why is my marathon grass yellow?
Excessively hot weather and areas that are exposed to full sun all day will dry out quickly, and the heat stresses the lawn. This results in yellow areas. Watering more frequently and deeply will usually correct the issue.
What type of grass is marathon grass?
tall fescue grassThe Marathon products are all tall fescue grass species and are significantly more durable than other cool-season varieties of sod available for use in Southern California.
Is St Augustine or marathon grass better?
Marathon grass is the best choice for a shady, wear-resistant lawn as long as it gets 4-6 hours of sunlight. St. Augustine grass is ideal for lawns on the coast, as well as those in extremely warm climates. Both grass types can be good choices for lawns depending on your sun exposure and intended use.
What is the easiest grass to maintain?
Fine fescue is the most popular low-maintenance cool-season grass. Hard fescue and fine fescue mixes require very little maintenance. You'll only have to mow your lawn once or twice a year. Fescues are hardy and they'll naturally crowd out weeds, so you don't have to worry about fertilizer, herbicide, or pesticide.
What is the difference between Marathon 1 and 2?
Marathon II does grow more slowly than Marathon I, but it grows quickly enough to still offer a good recovery rate. Consequently, it can withstand regular activity and traffic as long as it is not on a daily basis.
Is fescue and Marathon the same?
Fescue: also known as Marathon, the ubiquitous lawn grass for Southern California landscapes. Like all plants it has a dormant season, which is summer. Although it does pretty well in our yards, it's not the toughest grass on the block.
Is Marathon grass good for dogs?
Both nursery and landscaper recommended Marathon II grass as the hardiest for dogs (they also suggested St.
What kind of grass is Marathon 2?
dwarf tall fescueMarathon II is our most advanced dwarf tall fescue. It retains the excellent durability of the species while enhancing its beauty. Marathon II can be mowed shorter, has greater density, and slightly narrower leaves, resulting in a more compact carpet-like appearance.
What is Marathon lawn?
Everything you need to know about maintaining your Marathon lawn. Marathon is the highest quality sod lawn in Southern California. In brief, here's what you'll need to know to keep in the green:
How do I trim Marathon Sod?
Begin mowing weekly one week after installation. Using a rotary mower, cut Marathon Sod at a height of 2 to 3 inches, Marathon IIe at a height of 1 1/2 to 2 inches. Marathon III and Marathon III Lite should be cut at a height of 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 inches. Do not mow off more than 1/3 of the length of the grass blades at one time. A sharp mower is essential - white or yellow grass blade tips are the result of a dull mower. Always remove the grass clippings or use a mulching mower.
How does water affect turf?
Excess water can cause turf to die by suffocating the plants roots or rotting its crown. This generally occurs in low spots or shady areas. Check for muddy soil, algae crusts, or slimy rotting grass. To correct problems in the shade reduce irrigation time to that area or replace the sprinklers with lower volume heads.
Why is my lawn limp?
In addition, be sure to watch for a blue-grey tint and limp areas of your lawn. This is not a fungus. It is caused by dehydration and is an indication that immediate watering is needed. This will usually occur on tops of mounds, or areas where sprinkler coverage is not adequate. (It is acceptable to water in full sun, it will not burn the blades.)
Why is my lawn brown?
Brown lawn areas are most commonly caused by one of three types of problems: Improper watering, burn, or disease. Check for watering and burn problems first before treating for disease. To check for lack of water use a screwdriver or knife to probe the brown areas of your lawn as well as the healthy green areas.
How long does it take for a irrigator to penetrate the soil?
For as long as possible to get deep soil penetration (up to 30 minutes). It may be necessary to cycle irrigate if runoff occurs after just a short time water until runoff occurs, then stop and wait for the water to penetrate (usually 1 to 2 hours), then repeat. As early as possible - first thing in the morning.
Does spraying stop disease?
Spraying will usually stop the disease from spreading. Be patient with areas that have been damaged, often a high percentage of recovery will occur. If reseeding or sodding is required wait until the cooler times of the year.
What is Marathon grass?
Not all grass is created equal. Marathon is actually a carefully crafted form of grass, developed by the Southland Sod company. It is a blend of two tall fescues, Hubbard 87 and Baja. This blend was chosen specifically for the Southern California climate. The region is home to lush coastal areas as well as barren deserts. Southland Sod realized they need a hardy, durable grass that could survive in all of these conditions. In terms of feel and appearance, Marathon grass grows densely, with a fine texture to it. It has a bright green color and is very resistant to disease. These characteristics have made Marathon an extremely popular kind of grass amongst Orange County homeowners. The popularity of the grass has lead Southland Sod to develop three distinct varieties of Marathon grass.
What kind of grass is best for Southern California?
But many homeowners do not realize that there are different kinds of grass. One type of grass that does particularly well in Southern California is Marathon grass. In today’s blog, the landscape design experts at Lawn By Twins will explore this unique kind of lawn grass.
What is Lawn By Twins?
Are you looking to refresh the appearance of your lawn? Ready to tear out the patchy, brown, and dying grass that currently occupies your yard? Reach out to Lawn By Twins. With more than a decade of experience, we’ve been offering our landscape design skills to homeowners all over Orange County. We specialize in using plants and vegetation that flourishes in the unique Southern California climate. Call us today!
