Fertilizer shall be slow release and blended to meet the needs of each zone in accordance with data collected in soil samples. Grass seed shall be a blend of Kentucky Blue Grass, Creeping fescue, and perennial rye. Seed shall be disease resistant and applied by two methods. Slice seeding shall be done along walk ways and over seeding in undamaged lawn areas. Summer Grass shall be maintained at no more than three inches, and no less than two inches in length.
Longer grass provides shade for the roots and inhibits weed growth.
Prior to mowing all debris shall be removed from lawn area and disposed of properly. Mowing shall be weekly on average , but may vary with weather conditions , more often during the wet season, and less during the dry season. All mowers shall have a minimum of three sets of sharp blades and be replaced when dull so as to maintain a uniform cut and avoid root damage. Care shall be taken so as to avoid discharging grass clippings in planting beds, and on walk ways, should this happen they shall be removed prior to the completion of that work day. String trimming and edging shall be done each time mowing occurs so as to maintain a neat and uniform appearance .