Give centipedegrass enough fertilizer, but not too much. Fertilize in May or June and, if making two applications, again in August or September. Do not apply phosphorous unless a soil test reveals a deficiency. Mow at the correct height and frequency. Irrigate as necessary during dry weather to maintain a healthy, growing lawn.
Drought stress is thought to aggravate centipedegrass decline.
Irrigate deeply and infrequently. Do not irrigate established lawns daily. For more information contact your local County Extension office. Johnson, B.J., R.N. Carrow, and R.E. Burns. Centipedegrass decline and recovery as affected by fertilizer and cultural treatments.