Operating instructions

Lawn Care Tips Continued:

Watering Your Lawn:

When your lawn begins to look stressed or when you step on and it does not

bounce back, it may be time for a thorough watering. Approximately 1 to 2

inches of water, equally distributed, should do the job. Watering should occur

during the early morning hours. As always, know and abide by your local

watering regulations and restrictions.

Proper Fertilization Program:

In order to create and maintain a beautiful lawn, it may be important to

implement a proper fertilization program. Begin by obtaining a soil test kit

which can be found at your local lawn and garden center. Once proper samples

are taken and analyzed, you’ll have a better idea about the nitrogen,

phosphorus and potassium levels of your soil. With this information, you’ll have

a better idea as to what combination(s) of fertilizer you should apply. If unsure

as to what direction to take, consult with your local agricultural center or a lawn

and garden professional.

Lawn Care Tips:

It is important to have a healthy lawn in order to experience all of the benefits

of the Lawn Stryper

attachment. Please find below a few general lawn care

tips that will help to ensure a strong and beautiful lawn.

Keep Lawn Mower Blade Sharp:

A common error is to neglect the lawn mower’s blade. A well maintained and

sharp blade enables the grass to be cut cleanly. A dull blade can result in a

‘scalping’ of the grass which can lead to lawn becoming weak, stressed and

even prone to disease. It is recommended that you have your blade

sharpened, by an authorized lawn mower technician, a minimum of once

per season.

Use the “1/3 Rule”:

Another common error is cutting grass too short. It is extremely important to

mow regularly as well as to refrain from cutting more than 1/3 off at a time,

no matter how tall the grass may be. Cutting grass too short may cause undo

stress and may harm the lawn’s ability to support root growth. To determine

your optimal grass length, you must first find out what type of grass you

have. Common grasses include Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass,

Bent, Fescue and Bermuda Grass. If you do not know what type of grass

you have, simply take a sample over to your local agricultural center for

identification. Listed below are a few recommended heights for some

common grasses.

Kentucky Bluegrass: 2 to 3 inches

Perennial Ryegrass: 2 to 3 inches

Fescue: 2.5 to 3.5 inches

Bermuda: 1/2 to 1 inch