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...

The ideal length for grass varies from type to type.  Some grasses are made to be shorter, while others are made to be higher.  Asking an expert at Lake Jem Farms about your specific type of sod is important, as the length the grass should be cut can even vary during...

When you think of grass in Florida, there are some typical types of grass you think about, but you might not realize their names or the benefits and downsides to each of these grasses. The most common type of turfgrass in Florida is St. Augustine Grass.  Native to the...

While sod is easy to install and looks great in your yard, you must remember that it is a perishable product, and still requires some maintenance after the initial installation.  In the first few weeks after installing sod, make sure to use the area sparingly so that...

If you have decided to purchase new sod for your lawn this summer, congrats!  You are on your way to a great and luscious yard that you will be able to enjoy for years to come.  In order to make your lawn look good, though, there are some tips for taking care of new...

If you have decided to add Empire grass to your lawn, you have to make sure you understand the proper watering, mowing, and fertilizing techniques to keep your lawn fresh and green throughout the year.  No matter what the season, water is needed whenever slight...

Wow time is flying by!  It is time once again, at least in the south, to start looking to your lawn.  Spring is just around the corner so getting a jump start on it can help give you a greener healthier lawn! Weeds!  The bane of all lawn owners’ existence!  This year...

We all work hard on our lawns - mowing, watering, weeding, fertilizing and yet one day you look out over your yard and something is wrong!  There is a brown spot in your yard and the next time you look there is another.  What is eating your lawn?   In Florida the more...

Ok – you have had your new sod laid, it has taken root and it is time to mow.  Simple right?  Not necessarily.   Each type of grass needs to have the mower set at a specific height in order to ensure it stays healthy.  In the Florida heat, cutting your lawn grass too...

Is your lawn looking thin or patchy? You may be searching for the solution that is best for you and your lawn. Many homeowners are in similar positions and face the same question; sod or natural grass seed? In this article, we’ll review some of the reasons you would...