When is the best time to plant Zoysia grass?
Zoysia grass should be planted in late spring or early summer when daytime temperatures are consistently over 75 degrees F. Do not seed after mid-late summer, or the slow growing plants will not survive the first winter. Plant 1-2 pounds of good quality raw or coated Zoysia seed per 1,000 square feet. Cover the seed very lightly with soil by raking or rolling the turf area. Approximately four weeks after seeding apply a complete, balanced fertilizer to the newly established turf area. After the first year, apply a light fertilizer application after spring green-up and one in late summer. Start mowing the new Zoysia seedlings as soon as they reach 2 inches in height. It is important to mow frequently to stimulate spread. There are several weed control products for Zoysia grass turf during establishment and later maintenance. Zoysia turf can suffer minor damage from turf diseases such as Large Brown Patch or Leaf Rust. Overall, well maintained Zoysia turf is resistant to most turf insect
