2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp

SmashMouth · 08-05-2022, 05:19 PM

Originally Posted by K Major

Speaking of projects, earlier this summer I replaced my grass (Bermuda) with sod (St. Augustine) for the entire back yard. It's been so damn hot here, it really hadn't had a chance to grow to its potential. Even with adequate watering, it feels & looks like hay.

I'm actually looking forward to the fall and cooler temperatures ... and I'm not a fan of cold weather .

Zoysia is where it's at.

AsylumGuido · 08-05-2022, 05:22 PM

AsylumGuido · 08-05-2022, 05:43 PM

Originally Posted by K Major

Speaking of projects, earlier this summer I replaced my grass (Bermuda) with sod (St. Augustine) for the entire back yard. It's been so damn hot here, it really hadn't had a chance to grow to its potential. Even with adequate watering, it feels & looks like hay.

I'm actually looking forward to the fall and cooler temperatures ... and I'm not a fan of cold weather .

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Zoysia is where it's at.

We've had St. Augustine for 30 years. It handles the heat well and is thick and plush right now with intermittent watering. It's been dry as hell here and 100 almost every day for 40 days. We have a lawn treatment service that handles fertilization and pest applications year round which helps. I mow to four inches which they said was best for St. Augustine and it does seem to be ideal for our climate here, for sure.

SmashMouth · 08-05-2022, 06:13 PM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Zoysia is where it's at.

Zoysia is so tight is prevents weeds from poking through. And it's fine blades and takes a little less hydration than all other types of grass.

If I chose to cut my grass short, you could probably use it as a putting green.

K Major · 08-05-2022, 06:19 PM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Zoysia is so tight is prevents weeds from poking through. And it's fine blades and takes a little less hydration than all other types of grass.

If I chose to cut my grass short, you could probably use it as a putting green.

Aw hell, now you’re just showing off

.

That looks fantastic

The Dude · 08-05-2022, 06:50 PM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Zoysia is so tight is prevents weeds from poking through. And it's fine blades and takes a little less hydration than all other types of grass.

If I chose to cut my grass short, you could probably use it as a putting green.

I was about to make a comment about old men and their lawns but damn man, that grass looks awesome. Makes me want to lay down some sod next year. Great job man.

subguy · 08-06-2022, 08:07 AM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Zoysia is so tight is prevents weeds from poking through. And it's fine blades and takes a little less hydration than all other types of grass.

If I chose to cut my grass short, you could probably use it as a putting green.

Looks like artificial turf

K Major · 08-05-2022, 06:17 PM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Zoysia is where it's at.

Smash,

Now you’re talking brother

.

I’m going to try LESCO double eagle for the FRONT yard later this summer ✅.

turbo_dog · 08-06-2022, 08:46 PM

Originally Posted by SmashMouth

Zoysia is where it's at.

I agree, IF you have enough sun. I had some spots that were shaded and the zoysia would just die there.

SmashMouth · 08-07-2022, 09:28 AM

Originally Posted by turbo_dog

I agree, IF you have enough sun. I had some spots that were shaded and the zoysia would just die there.

Zoysia needs to be dethatched, aerated and overseeded once a year once it's been laid down until desired look is achieved.

I am merely on year 1 of my lawn. One more year of leveling and all the above should do me.

And you gotta fertilize it , like all grass really, every 6 weeks. The big box store stuff isn't good enough and it's more expensive. Peruse your local SiteOne Landscape Supply, if you have one. You'll never use any other stuff , even the weed killer offerings.

08-05-2022, 05:19 PM	#1
SmashMouth I donated, did you? Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mandeville, LA Posts: 39,063 Blog Entries: 29	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by K Major Speaking of projects, earlier this summer I replaced my grass (Bermuda) with sod (St. Augustine) for the entire back yard. It's been so damn hot here, it really hadn't had a chance to grow to its potential. Even with adequate watering, it feels & looks like hay. I'm actually looking forward to the fall and cooler temperatures ... and I'm not a fan of cold weather . Zoysia is where it's at.

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08-05-2022, 05:43 PM	#3
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,803	2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by K Major Speaking of projects, earlier this summer I replaced my grass (Bermuda) with sod (St. Augustine) for the entire back yard. It's been so damn hot here, it really hadn't had a chance to grow to its potential. Even with adequate watering, it feels & looks like hay. I'm actually looking forward to the fall and cooler temperatures ... and I'm not a fan of cold weather . Originally Posted by SmashMouth Zoysia is where it's at. We've had St. Augustine for 30 years. It handles the heat well and is thick and plush right now with intermittent watering. It's been dry as hell here and 100 almost every day for 40 days. We have a lawn treatment service that handles fertilization and pest applications year round which helps. I mow to four inches which they said was best for St. Augustine and it does seem to be ideal for our climate here, for sure.

08-05-2022, 06:13 PM	#4
SmashMouth I donated, did you? Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mandeville, LA Posts: 39,063 Blog Entries: 29	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by SmashMouth Zoysia is where it's at. Zoysia is so tight is prevents weeds from poking through. And it's fine blades and takes a little less hydration than all other types of grass. If I chose to cut my grass short, you could probably use it as a putting green.

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K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,853 Blog Entries: 3	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by SmashMouth Zoysia is so tight is prevents weeds from poking through. And it's fine blades and takes a little less hydration than all other types of grass. If I chose to cut my grass short, you could probably use it as a putting green. Aw hell, now you’re just showing off . That looks fantastic

08-05-2022, 06:50 PM	#6
The Dude 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 9,066	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by SmashMouth Zoysia is so tight is prevents weeds from poking through. And it's fine blades and takes a little less hydration than all other types of grass. If I chose to cut my grass short, you could probably use it as a putting green. I was about to make a comment about old men and their lawns but damn man, that grass looks awesome. Makes me want to lay down some sod next year. Great job man.
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08-06-2022, 08:07 AM	#7
subguy 1000 Posts + Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: FL Posts: 2,105	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by SmashMouth Zoysia is so tight is prevents weeds from poking through. And it's fine blades and takes a little less hydration than all other types of grass. If I chose to cut my grass short, you could probably use it as a putting green. Looks like artificial turf

08-05-2022, 06:17 PM	#8
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,853 Blog Entries: 3	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by SmashMouth Zoysia is where it's at. Smash, Now you’re talking brother . I’m going to try LESCO double eagle for the FRONT yard later this summer ✅.

08-06-2022, 08:46 PM	#9
turbo_dog 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,709	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by SmashMouth Zoysia is where it's at. I agree, IF you have enough sun. I had some spots that were shaded and the zoysia would just die there.

08-07-2022, 09:28 AM	#10
SmashMouth I donated, did you? Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mandeville, LA Posts: 39,063 Blog Entries: 29	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Originally Posted by turbo_dog I agree, IF you have enough sun. I had some spots that were shaded and the zoysia would just die there. Zoysia needs to be dethatched, aerated and overseeded once a year once it's been laid down until desired look is achieved. I am merely on year 1 of my lawn. One more year of leveling and all the above should do me. And you gotta fertilize it , like all grass really, every 6 weeks. The big box store stuff isn't good enough and it's more expensive. Peruse your local SiteOne Landscape Supply, if you have one. You'll never use any other stuff , even the weed killer offerings.
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