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Weed Control Georgia January 27th, 2010

weed-controlHow many times have you put down weed killer just to see a bunch of weeds popping up soon after? Or the weeds you wanted to kill stay alive? This is not uncommon, but not because nothing can be done about it, it just has to be done properly.

Weeds can grow year round in all types of weathers. This can create frustration for people because many people think if weed control is used once or twice, it will last throughout the year. This is not the case, but needs to be used multiple throughout the year.

There are two types of weed control products. The first is what is known as Pre-emergent. This product stops the weed from ever surfacing. The second is post-emergent. This product kills a weed that has already been germinated and has surfaced.

It is a common mistake for someone to use the wrong product for the outcome they are looking for. Using a pre-emergent controller trying to kill already surfaced weeds or post-emergent controller for weeds that have not surfaced will lead to discouragement and wasted time.

We recommend using a true organic weed killer.  These are made from natural sources without the use of any man made ingredients or any of the ingredients being chemically altered. This is a great way to reduce toxins in the home and outdoors while getting ride of those annoying weeds.

Whatever you use, it’s important to know when and how to apply a weed control. It is best to apply weed controller about a month before the weeds you get germinate and surface. It is important to remember that rain can severely reduce the effectiveness of a weed controller if it falls soon after application. Try to pick a week with little rain fall.

You must remember that more does not always mean better. Applying double to suggested amount can cause serious damage to your lawn, including killing your grass. Waiting about 60 days and reapplying more weed control can help get rid of any remaining weeds, and won’t hurt your lawn.

Weed Pro – Outdoor Water Schedule October 12th, 2009

Frequently Asked Questions

Drought and the Statewide Outdoor Water Use Schedule

 

1. If the drought is over, why do I have to follow an outdoor water use schedule?

Georgians proved that water conservation during the drought saved a significant amount

of water. Water conservation is important during times of drought as well as non-drought, and results in environmental and economic benefits. The schedules offer a

reasonable opportunity to use water wisely by reducing the overuse of water in the

landscape. To learn more about water conservation around the landscape and in the

home and business, go to www.conservewatergeorgia.net.

 

2. The current statewide non-drought

outdoor water use schedule is:

 

 Odd numbered addresses are allowed to use water outdoors on Tuesdays,

Thursdays and Sundays

·

Even numbered and unnumbered addresses are allowed to use water outdoors on

Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays

· NO WATERING ON FRIDAY

· The outdoor water use schedule applies to customers (households and businesses)

who receive water from an entity (public and private) with a water withdrawal permit

or a permit to operate a drinking water system.

· Water use may occur at any time of the day on the assigned days, however landscape

watering is discouraged between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. because of its limited

effectiveness.

It is important that you contact your local water provider to find out if the local outdoor

water use schedule is different than the state schedule.

 

3. The following outdoor water usages are allowed on any day and are not subject to the odd/even schedule.

(a) Capture and reuse

of cooling system condensate or storm water in compliance with

applicable local ordinances.

(b) Reuse of gray water in compliance with applicable local ordinances.

(c) Use of reclaimed wastewater by a designated user from a system permitted by EPD to provide reclaimed wastewater (Golf Courses).

(d) Irrigation of personal food gardens.

(e) Outdoor water fountains.

(f) Water may be used to wash hard surfaces, such as streets, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, school buses, fire trucks, emergency vehicles and police cars ONLY when necessary for public health and safety.

 
 

 

Weed Pro – July Pest Alert!!! July 9th, 2009

Japanese Beetles

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Weed Pro – April Calendar April 9th, 2009

FIRST WEEK

  1. Divide over-wintered baskets of Boston fern into four sections. Plant new hanging baskets using two sections of fern in each.
  2. Plant dahlias, elephant ear, gladiolus and caladiums now.
  3. Examine the backside of euonymous and holly leaves for the white crust that signifies scale insects. Thoroughly spray leaves with horticultural oil.

SECOND WEEK

  1. It is safe to plant tomatoes, peppers and eggplant in your garden now that the soil is warm.
  2. Remove withered flowers from florist’s azaleas you receive for Easter to prolong their blooming.
  3. Move houseplants outdoors gradually. Never place them in full sunshine; filtered shade is best.

THIRD WEEK

  1. Remove guy wires from your fall-planted trees. Trees that move with the wind grow stronger than those supported for more than a few months.
  2. Plant Easter lilies outdoors after removing their faded blooms.
  3. Mulch tomatoes immediately after planting to prevent early blight fungus from splashing from the soil onto the leaves.
  4. “Flowering Annuals for Georgia Gardens” is a free booklet available at your local Extension Service office. Call 1-800-ASKUGA-1 to get local office phone numbers.
  5. Water houseplants more frequently with the onset of more hours of sunshine and new green leaves. Begin monthly feedings with houseplant fertilizer.

FOURTH WEEK

  1. Plant the seeds of annual flowers such as marigold, cosmos, zinnia and celosia. Mix lots of soil conditioner in beds to help them be drought tolerant.
  2. Hang garden chimes on a tree branch so the wind keeps them constantly tinkling.
  3. Plant corn, bean and pea seeds now. Use a soaker hose to water vegetable rows – you’ll prevent disease and weeds plus save water.
  4. Sharpen or replace your mower blade now that lawn grass has begun growing rapidly. Check the mowing height on a flat surface.
  5. Look for aphids clustered at the tips of fast-growing crape myrtle branches. Blast them off with a water hose Or Call Weed Pro.  
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