If you have added Zoysia grass to your Central Florida lawn, it is important that you know how to maintain it so it will remain beautiful for years to come.  Some of the most important keys to proper Zoysia maintenance include the proper soil fertility, rainfall, and amount of sun.  While Zoysia is popular because it can thrive in a variety of climates and weather conditions, it grows the best when it has good soil fertility, full sun, high rainfall, and is growing in the south.

While it may seem like all of these factors are highly dependent on Mother Nature, there are some things you can do to help your lawn grow beautifully.  For starters, make sure to fertilize the yard correctly.  A well maintained yard that is fertilized on a specific schedule with the right kind of fertilizers can stay healthy and even build up resistance to disease and insect damage.  Zoysia grass should be fertilized in the spring and summer months, with approximately 15 pounds of fertilizer per 1000 square feet of lawn area.  Make sure to talk to a professional about the best type of fertilizer for your location.  If supplemental feedings are also recommended for your lawn, you can add a couple pounds of Nitrogen to the area during the growing season.  Applications of Nitrogen should be spaced 50-60 days apart.  Another key factor in keeping your lawn looking good is making sure to properly water it.  Keeping a steady water schedule helps to stabilize the growth of the grass, and make sure that there is no thatch build up or lower resistance in the grass.  It is important not to overwater or underwater the grass once it has been established.

If you are dealing with newly added Zoysia grass, the rules to proper watering and fertilizing are slightly different. For the first two weeks the sod has been installed, or until the sod is rooted, it should be kept moist.  Make sure not to overwater, though, as this will prevent the sod from taking root.  The lawn should also not be fertilized until it has been rooted.