If you did no fall fertilization, limit spring application to pound actual nitrogen per 1,000 square feet. Mark your fall calendar for three heavier lawn fertilizations. Deep water every seven to ten days when there is no rainfall. Avoid frequent shallow watering. Water in early morning.
Night watering encourages fungal development.
For Bermuda, look for varieties called Midiron, Midlawn, Tifgreen and Tifway. For Centipede, look for Common, Oklawn, Raleigh, Tennessee Hardy and AU Centennial. For St. Augustine, choose Floralawn, Raleigh, Common, Jade, Floratine, Floratam or Seville. For Zoysia, plant Belair, Emerald, Omni or Meyer. Fertilize, using 1 to 1 pounds of actual nitrogen per 1,000 square feet.