Mowing
Mowing frequency declining
Follow the slowing growth rate and avoid abrupt height changes.
Mowing guide →Location not setFall Transition
THE BERMUDA CALENDAR
Bermuda through the year
Current phaseFall Transition
Seasonal growth graphic showing Bermuda dormancy in winter, green-up in spring, peak growth in summer, and fall transition in autumn. Selected month: Oct. Current phase: Fall Transition.
October
Guide a clean fall transition
Set a location for weather-adjusted timing.
Irrigation
Low to moderate demand
Typical demand: low to moderate demand.
Reduce irrigation as growth slows and cool weather arrives.
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2 itemsFall Pre-Emergent
Establish a barrier before winter-annual germination.
Details
Establish a barrier before winter-annual germination.
Soil Testing
Use representative results to plan nutrition.
FERTILIZER & NUTRITION
1 itemPotassium / Soil-Test-Based Nutrition
Base corrective nutrition on a current soil test.
Advanced TechniquesOptional tools for enthusiasts and highly managed Bermuda lawns1
Overseeding / Ryegrass Optional
Treat ryegrass overseeding as optional with spring tradeoffs.
Details
Treat ryegrass overseeding as optional with spring tradeoffs.
Watch & Treat If NeededScout first. Treat only confirmed problems.2
Winter Broadleaf Weed Control
Identify winter weeds before selective treatment.
Details
Identify winter weeds before selective treatment.
Armyworm Monitoring
Confirm caterpillar activity before treating.
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