Newly seeded fescue
Fescue lawns throughout Rowan County should be fertilized and over-seeded. Most overseeded fescue lawns are gradually emerging. October is the month to continue with your lawn care as the newly emerging seedlings continue to need attention during the upcoming fall months. Fall and early spring is fescue’s peak growing season and is best for continued maintenance. Those that have seeded and overseeded bare lawn areas need to consider mowing the grass seedlings to strengthen the plant. It is very important that mower blades are sharp to avoid potential damage to the tender leaf blades with dull blades. Mow the grass when it has reached a height of 4 inches. Set the deck and mow as high as possible, but no closer than 2 ½ to 3 inches.
Closely mowing these tender plants d