Spray directly on pests if possible, spray lawns in afternoon. Handpick if possible. Avoid on hot days. Test strength first to avoid damaging lawn. Spray on affected areas as often as needed.
Control overhead watering, try to water in early am.
Avoid spraying on hot days. Spray in early am. Compost application is the preferred method of fertilizing your lawn. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers. Applications should be done 4 times per year for southern and twice for northern climates.