Turfgrass needs consistent care throughout the year to remain thick, healthy and green. With professional lawn care services, your grass and soil receive the fertilization and weed control needed to thrive. However, one factor that many homeowners often overlook is whether their grass is receiving enough sunlight. Here are the key details you should know about Tarrant County turfgrass and sunlight.
Is Your Texas Grass Getting the Sunlight It Needs?
Most people are aware that turfgrass requires specific conditions to remain healthy. But does your Texas turfgrass get enough light? Water, nutrients and light from the sun are all essential. However, few people realize that the type of turf they have largely dictates how much light and water it needs. If you’d like to know more about what kind of grass you have and whether or not it’s getting enough sun, give us a call. We can help you choose the right grass for the amount of light your yard is getting, or help you make changes to protect the turf you have.
How Much Sun Exposure Does Texas Grass Require?
Caring for St. Augustine grass, Bermuda grass and other varieties is much easier when you choose the type that suits the conditions of your yard. Generally speaking, Bermuda grass is a great choice if you’ve got a sunny yard. In fact, Bermuda loves full sun exposure all day, every day. Most varieties of this grass are extremely heat and drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for yards in North Texas. You won’t have to break the bank watering it even during the hottest months, though basic hydration is still a necessity. However, if you’ve got Bermuda grass in a spot that gets less than four hours of direct sunlight every day, then you may have problems with it. Four hours or less isn’t enough time for Bermuda grass to properly photosynthesize. Less energy means weak growth, and this makes the turf more susceptible to drought and disease, and less tolerant of temperature extremes.
If you have shady areas in your lawn, then St. Augustine grass may be a winner for you. It tends to grow well under trees and in other protected areas. Nonetheless, it is essential for St. Augustine grass to get a few hours of sun exposure every day. When customers tell us that their turf used to do well under trees but isn’t thriving anymore, we suggest cutting back or thinning the trees. As trees grow, they can block the sun’s rays from reaching the grass. Like all plants, grass needs sunlight to produce energy, allowing it to thrive. Without enough sun, even shade-tolerant St. Augustine turf may decline. Ultimately, growing & maintaining St. Augustine grass is more achievable when your turf gets the sun it needs each day.
Native and ornamental grasses such as liriope, the drought-tolerant buffalo grass, or shade-tolerant tall fescue may also be successful in a difficult area of your yard.
How to Identify the Perfect Grass for Your Yard
When you need help figuring out what kind of grass is perfect for your yard, and if your Texas turfgrass is getting enough light, then give us a call. We can make professional recommendations based on the amount of sun your lawn receives. You may decide to go with a new variety of grass that will really grow and thrive, or we can suggest ways to improve the health of your existing turf.
Contact Us for Expert Help With Texas Turfgrass
Green Top Lawn Care helps Tarrant County homeowners identify the right turfgrass for their yard. We ensure your lawn can thrive year-round with comprehensive fertilization, weed control and pest management solutions. Call (817) 684-4044 or request a free lawn care quote today.
