what's a good way to turn bermuda grass green?

Question

I've used Ironite, lawn fertalizer and I water regularly but just can't get to turn really green.

Answer 1

Not sure where you live but the reason why some lawns and plants don't respond to fertilizers and other additional supplemental applications is that the pH of your soil may be too high or too low. Most plants will accept nutrients when the pH is around close to 7.0

If you live where there's high rainfall, you might have an acidic soil (less than 7).......and areas where you have low rainfall, you often see soil pH of higher than 7. It's not always the case but it's quite common. I prefer a pH of around 6.7 because you'll find most nutrients will be utilized by the plant at that level.

If you can, try buying a pH meter to measure your soil. Once you find out what your pH is, you can adjust your soil accordingly by applying lime (in low pH soils) or by adding soil sulfur (high pH soils). You can probably purchase these from your local hardware store or by looking in the yellow pages for the nearest Agricultural supply store.

You might want to see if the soil is accepting water and if your soil might be too hard/compact. Try using a screwdriver of small garden shovel to see if you're getting adequate soil moisture into the roots of the grass. If not, try making an application of compost and broadcast it evenly (brooming it over the top). This will eventually help soften the soil and allow more water and nutrients to be absorbed into the plant.

Another thing to consider is that some varieties of bermuda grass are unable to turn that dark green color that you're seeking... so you may want to find out which variety you have... if possible.

It's difficult to analyze without seeing your problem in person so please understand that these are merely suggestions and may NOT be the solution..... GOOD LUCK!

Answer 2

Well, you've killed all or most of your beneficial microbes by applying significant amounts of arsenic and lead to your turf! It's not surprising that you have a less than healthy lawn. For greening in a healthy manner, try some Texas greensand. This is an iron and potassium silicate that is naturally deposited undersea. This is an excellent source of iron and many other trace minerals. Ironite contains arsenic and lead. High nitrogen fertilizer, which one person has recommended, will also contribute to stripping of the beneficials in your soil and further down-grading of your turf.

Answer 3

Depends on your grass type. Usually a heavy dose of slow release nitrogen will do the trick. Be sure to read all of your label information before you apply. Iron works good in combination with nitrogen, but try the nitrogen first. Look for these types:
21-0-0 (ammonium sulfate) or 15-0-0. If your fertilizer has other nutrients, look for a percentage ratio of 3-1-2 or similar.

Answer 4

Call your county extension office. Each county has an office that can help with local landscape issues, when to plant, fertilize, how much water, etc. Of course, you'll probably have to wait until Wednesday now--due to the holiday. Do a google search of your county, they should have a website, and see if there's info on there as well.

Answer 5

Ironite For Grass

Answer 6

pellatized lime. Sweetens the soil and makes your soil conditions better and your fertilizers work better

Answer 7

water and an iron supplement

Answer 8

depends on what climate your in

Answer 9

depends on what color it is....