Q: What is Poa annua?
A: Poa annua, commonly called annual bluegrass, is a cool-season annual weed that can create noticeable bright green patches and light-colored seed heads in warm-season lawns during the cooler months.
Q: When should Poa annua be prevented?
A: Pre-emergent weed control needs to be applied before the weed germinates. In North Carolina, much of Poa annua germination occurs during September and October, making proper fall application timing extremely important.
Q: Why shouldn’t I just wait until I see it?
A: Because once you see Poa annua, it has already germinated. Post-emergent herbicides may still be used when appropriate, but you’re now trying to control an established weed instead of preventing it from emerging in the first place.
Q: Does the program only treat Poa annua?
A: No. Our Fertilization & Weed Control Program is a year-round lawn health program designed to manage seasonal weeds, provide proper nutrition, and protect the lawn from common insects and diseases.
Q: Will this work on Bermuda, Zoysia, Centipede, and St. Augustine?
A: Yes. We service all four of the major warm-season turf types found throughout southeastern North Carolina. Products and timing can vary depending on turf type and lawn conditions.
Q: How many times will you treat my lawn?
A: Our program includes 9 scheduled visits throughout the year. Some visits combine multiple treatments so your lawn receives what it needs at the appropriate time.
Q: What if weeds appear between visits?
A: Our program includes a free re-treat guarantee. If a covered weed pops up between scheduled visits, contact us, and we’ll come back and treat it at no additional charge.
Q: When should I sign up for fall weed prevention?
A: Now is the time to get on the schedule.You don’t want to wait until Poa annua is visible. The goal is to evaluate your lawn and have the appropriate treatment scheduled before the major fall germination period.