In warm weather, zoysia grass problems are fewer and the benefits are greater and this grass is worth looking at. But if you are in a cooler climate, planting a zoysia grass lawn is just asking for trouble. What is considered warm weather. We live outside of Nashville, TN. Would you say this is a warm weather climate?
You are close to my neck of the woods. Zoysia Does wonderfully in Tennessee. A good friend of mine uses this as his primary grass when he replaces lawns.
It is just cool enough here to help keep it from becoming overly invasive. In more southern climates, this grass is like the more evil equivalent to Bermuda grass here.
You will be fine planting zoysia here.
Our grass was put down in early November and has not yet rooted (early February). Should we begin treating the unrooted grass with fertilizer and preemergent chemicals?
This can happen in colder regions. I would not do so at this time. You will want to let it establish before you use anything that might inhibit rooting. Here is more information on the grass: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/specific/zoysia/facts-about-zoysia-grass-zoysia-grass-problems.htm
I have two spots of soya grass in my front lawn. about 15 feet in diameter. Can I dig this out and put new top soil and plant regular lawn seed to match the rest of my lawn
Sure. There would be no harm in this. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/overseeding-information.htm
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We have to drain our swimming pool that has algae, will this harm our Zoila grass?
These are the guidelines that I was able to find.
These are only guidelines and I cannot say for sure that you would not have damage to the grass.
You will need to test the water. The chlorine level should be no higher then 0.1ppm.
PH should be in the neutral range 6.5 to 7.8.
I also should point out that the research showed that most cities have strict guidelines on discharging pool water in the sewer system and you may need to notify the city.
Can I weed and feed while lawn has not turned all green?
I would wait until it is actively growing and you are past your frost-free date. Blades that are still dormant will not absorb nitrogen and it is the one nutrient that leaches through the soil the fastest. Tender blades responding to increased nitrogen will suffer the most if you have a freeze later.
early last spring/summer I noticed 1 large patches aprox. 3' x 5' were completely dying off. what is it? what should I use now to rectify?
Can you include photos, and your climate zone? This can help me to better determine what is going on. This can be anything from animal urine to soil infections. Has it been overly wet lately? This can cause fungal infections, which can ultimately lead to the death of the yard. Putting down wettable sulfur and dolomitic lime every year will help combat this, and prevent future issues.
rain since & lawn looks great. Exactly when in the fall should I dethatch it again? Also, I cut lawn at 2”. Thanks, Pam
This link will help you with maintenance scheduling.
https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/zoysiagrass-maintenance-calendar/