Does anyone have a bahia grass lawn?
imagardener2
14 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (26)
gardencpa
14 years agotomncath
14 years agoRelated Discussions
Bahia Grass removal
Comments (6)Bahia isn't usually mistaken for crabgrass, but it is in the same family of grasses as dallisgrass, which is frequently mistaken for crabgrass. If you want to upload an image of the weed, I'm sure you'll have an ID on it very quickly. If it hasn't come out yet, try doing a google image search for "paspalum" and see if you can match it. Paspalum grasses such as broadleaf paspalum and dallisgrass are very difficult to control selectively, now that MSMA has been taken off the market. I spent some time doing field testing for a couple of companies a few years back, and there really isn't anything on the horizon that offers significant results....See MoreWhat to do about bahia grass?
Comments (1)Your 3 acres are similar to the yard I created last year using Sahara Bermuda. I killed part of it and started over. The other part I used selective herbicides on and overseeded. Both are approximately equal now in coverage. Your yard is probably a combination of many types of weeds and grasses. Bahia grass is aggressive and tough to mow. Much of my yard was Bahia grass. I also had Dallis grass, Crabgrass, and many others I can't identify. Ok...to answer your question...If the yard is all sunny then you can use Sahara Bermuda. If you have much shade you will have to have grass that is shade tolerant in those areas. I use Crowne Zoysia sod in my few shady areas. The herbicides to use to get rid of most weeds. For Bahia grass you need Cimmaron (Metsulfuron). For other weeds like Dallis Grass and crabgrass you will need MSMA, and possibly Trimec herbicide for others. I tank mixed and sprayed with a tow behind 12 foot wide boom sprayer. The results were great. I have few weeds left and about 95% coverage with the Sahara Bermuda....See MoreWeeds/Bahia grass
Comments (22)I have done extensive reading and conclude that the Argentine Bahia grass is ideal for central Florida lawns and for weed control Basagran t/o or 2-4 D are two good products for weed control. Especially if you have kids and dogs. My uncle started out in late spring with a crappy yard he sprinkled down some Milorganite laid down one pallet of sod (only covered 1/4 of area) hand threw Bahia seed in the rest and by mid July he has a weed free lovely looking green lawn. He has a rambunctious 2 1/2 yr old husky too. Yes frequent mowing in summer, that's just a normal Florida issue all must endure. Keep you mower on high setting and only cut no more than 1/3 of it's growth each time with a well kept sharp blade. This enables a strong root system to grow. It keeps itself reseeded too. no worries about detaching. If grass starts to turn a yellow shade this holds a good likeliness to be do to needing an IRON supplement; do to the sandy dirt we have. in the fall to maintain a year round nice green lawn it is easily done by throwing out some rye seeds. which you can use the aline or a combo of rye and Bahia. I personally am working on my yard where I have 2 large dogs that tromp around. I went with just over seeding in the spring and though my lawn isn't where my uncle's is ( my lawn was severely neglected for many years) still it is coming along nicely. One needs to factor in how long it took to get in the bad state it is truly in from start. My only regret is I wish I just bit the bullet from start and did the kill all starting all over with seed (I just can't afford sod!) Anyways I'm still gaining in improvements and I truly have faith that my lawn will look as nice as his in 2 more growing seasons. I just didn't have the money UPFRONT to do in the most ideal fashion. So yeah, it will cost a bit more in the end I know and takes more time to attain the desired goal. Nonetheless, I still believe the Argentine Bahia grass makes the better choice in both cost and time in the care of. Only wish that the local diy's and branded seeds had more in their variety that seems better for use in home lawns, instead they carry the farmers choice in that of the Pensacola. I am not a pro by any measure just one who came to own conclusion after reading A LOT, asking many "pro's" in gardening and lawn care, local extension, home owners and all the like along with that of my personal experiences. hope it helps some in their personal choice of the many!...See MoreDoes anyone have a 'No Mow' lawn?
Comments (25)when I was a kid my father put in a no mow lawn. it was very soft and thick. really nice. what he did was put down a very heavy layer of lime and killed off everything. let it sit for a year or so. no weeds no grass nothing. then he put in some plugs of grass. I think he called it creeping bent grass. eventually the entire lawn became this beautiful soft creeping bent with no weeds. then we had a circle in the center with rocks around the edges for the rock garden. and we had other flowers etc around the sides. but the grass was the most beautiful and everyone loved it. he was the envy of all who saw the grass. but it tood a couple of years to do the project and it did not look so super during the project. a lot of the land look white from the lime. once it filled in there was no weeds because the grass tightly covered the land. I loved walking on it in my bare feet. it was so soft and great. I think he started with some grass free from a friend. he did not start with that much. it grows pretty well each year. but does not fill in super fast. he had a big space between the little plugs of grass. http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0amp;ct=result&cd=1&q=creeping+bent+grass&spell=1 we never mowed the grass. it was several inches thick but looked like a thick rug. it stayed low to the ground. maybe 4 inches thick. no taller. no need to mow this lawn....See Moregatormomx2
14 years agotomncath
14 years agosusieq07
14 years agocarolb_w_fl_coastal_9b
14 years agoimagardener2
14 years agoUser
14 years agogardencpa
14 years agoktmeyer
14 years agojrzgurl
14 years agonatives_and_veggies
14 years agojkrup44
14 years agojkrup44
14 years agoimagardener2
14 years agogardencpa
14 years agomanature
14 years agogatormomx2
14 years agojosephldurkin_gmail_com
13 years agoBlackjack55
11 years agothetradition
11 years agoslopfrog
11 years agosjacklin
10 years agomaviska
6 years agograss killer
last year
Related Stories
GARDENING GUIDESSmall Gem Lawns: More Impact From Less Grass
Instead of letting the lawn sprawl, make it a shapely design element in your yard. You’ll reap benefits both practical and aesthetic
Full StoryGARDENING GUIDES5 Great Grasses for a New Lawn
Learn about maintenance, wear tolerance, ideal climate and more for these top turf choices to pick the right one for you
Full StoryDECORATING GUIDESGo for the Green: Artificial Grass Surprises, Inside and Out
Synthetic turf springs up on patios, living rooms, furniture and walls. Basement golf, anyone?
Full StoryMOST POPULARMeet a Lawn Alternative That Works Wonders
Carex can replace turfgrass in any spot, is low maintenance and adjusts easily. Add its good looks and you’ve got a ground cover winner
Full StoryGRASSESHow to Rock a Lawn
Weekend Project: The key to healthy grass begins with the soil. If turf works for you, here’s how to fix it and keep it looking its best
Full StoryLANDSCAPE DESIGN15 Great Ideas for a Lawn-Free Yard
End the turf war for good with hardscaping, native grasses and ground covers that save water and are easier to maintain
Full StoryLANDSCAPE DESIGN7 Low-Maintenance Lawn Alternatives
Turf isn't the only ground cover in town. Get a lush no-grass lawn with clover, moss and other easy-care plants
Full StoryINSPIRING GARDENSLawn Gives Way to a More Natural Lakeside Garden
Meadow grasses, beach pebbles and driftwood replace turfgrass in a nature-friendly landscape on Lake Washington’s shore
Full StoryGRASSES10 Ways to Use Ornamental Grasses in the Landscape
These low-maintenance plants can add beauty, texture and privacy to any size garden
Full StoryINSPIRING GARDENSInside Houzz: A Waterfront Property Ditches the Grass for a Garden
New drought-tolerant plantings and outdoor gathering spaces help this California backyard take in the view without wasting space or water
Full Story
springhillpr