In my grass, which is Soysa, I have a invasion of a bulb type weed that has a white flower on it, and the only way it can be eliminated is by digging them. My question, is there any way for me to do it easier? Thanking you, Harris
It may be Wild Onion.
This article has more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/killing-wild-onions.htm
Had app. 6” of thatch. Gardener cut the 3yr old zoysia tenuifolia to dirt level. I am hoping it will grow back with the mounding look. Will it grow like before he cut it??
Zoysia grass tends to accumulate the layer of dead surface roots, stems and runners known as thatch more than other types of grass, you need to know how to dethatch zoysia.
A thick build up of thatch should not be removed all in one season; doing so could be cause permanent damage to the lawn.
To prevent thatch, mow often, water less and apply fertilizer sparingly.
Zoysia should have it's most growth in the upcoming months, so watch for this. If repairs are needed you can replug areas of the lawn.
I live in middle GA and have a sun and shade yard. Fescue was planted last fall and is almost completely brown and it is very sparse. I saw a beautiful Empire Zoysia yard that was sun and shade and think it would be better. Can I plant Zoysia plugs in with the fescue and eventually it will take it over completely or do I absolutely have to kill the current grass, till it and start again? I really don't want to have to do that; I don't think I have the energy for it. I used True Green Lawn Care service and was told the grass has a fungus It is almost totally brown. Attached is the picture of the front and back yard. Thanks for your help. Terry Eidecker
You may want to treat the fungus first. Here are the types of fungus and remedies:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/grass-fungus.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/shade-tolerant-grass.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/specific/zoysia/planting-zoysia-plugs.htm
Landscaper put down top soil to top dress and level Zoysia lawn. I feel they put to much, but they say it will settle and raise the lawn to level it. Should I be worried?
No, I wouldn't be worried until after a few rains. If it has not settled by then, it could pose a problem. It is likely that it will settle down, perfectly, though.
How tall should it be
Bagging is always a good idea to avoid too much thatch build up.
Zoysia tends to need a harder trimming than other grasses and will need to be cut down to about 2 inches from the ground.
These articles will give you more information on caring for the lawn:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/specific/zoysia/no-fuss-lawns-with-zoysia-grass.htm
I have had brown spots throughout my lawn for 2 years and they simply won't get better with anything outside of replanting new zoysia. I put in some new sod in one section to see if it grows next to the old zoysia grass in my lawn and it grew just fine. I don't understand why my old grass won't grow but the new grass will. I have done everything recommended including aeration, fertilizer, compost, bagging grass during mowing and dethatching. I am a bit lost at this point as to why i have so many dark patches. The area with the dark patches has the zoysia growing MUCH slower than the areas with no visible dirt. Any and all suggestions would be most welcome, I don't know what else to do. Uploading 2 pictures, both show the dark spots and some of the new sod, as well as some St Augustine starting to come in from the neighbour's lawn since my Zoysia won/t grow.
Have you tried a soil test, then fertilizing with the resulting recommendations? You might also try a fungicide. The articles below address these topics:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/brown-lawn-fixes.htm
While cleaning my widows I accidentally spilled a solution of half water/half vinegar on my lawn and not knowing it would harm my grass, there is a brown spot there. Will I have to cut it out or are the roots dead as well? Thanks. Angelo
The roots probably were not affected, so it should grow back. Vinegar will fry any foliage it comes in contact with, but generally does not reach the roots.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/use-vinegar-in-gardens.htm