CHARACTERISTICS

Warm season coarse textured grass, medium to dark green in color, that has a creeping growth habit and dense turf.

TEMPERATURE TOLERANCE

Thrives well during heat of summer months, tolerates most of the winters in North Texas without much problem.  Extreme cold temperatures which occur occasionally in this area can cause damage to St. Augustine grass, especially in shady areas. 

SHADE TOLERANCE

The most shade tolerate of any of the warm season grasses.  Can survive with as little as 3 to 4 hours of direct sunlight daily.

WEAR RESISTANCE

Exhibits poor wear tolerance to repeated foot traffic.  Occasional traffic is not a problem on established turf.  Has the ability to recover from damage rapidly once foot traffic is removed. 

WATER REQUIREMENTS

Requires irrigation during summer months of approximately 1/2-3/4 inch of water two to three times a week depending on soil type. 

DISEASE AND INSECT SUSCEPTIBILITY

Several diseases and insects can cause serious problems if not recognized and treated promptly. 

RECOMMENDED USAGE

Still our best choice for lawns with partial shade.  It will also perform well in lawns with full sun exposure.  With proper care, St. Augustine will provide a thick beautiful lawn that discourages weed infestation.

VARIETIES

The best varieties for this area are established from sod or plugs only.  They include:

1. Raleigh

2. Palmetto

CHARACTERISTICS:
Warm season grass with fine to medium texture and dark green color.  Vigorous growth along with extensive root system combine to produce a dense hardy turf that is tolerant to most stress conditions.

TEMPERATURE TOLERANCE:
Exhibits excellent heat and cold tolerance if properly managed.  Cold temperatures of winter will cause grass to go dormant but green up in spring is quick.

SHADE TOLERANCE:
Very poor shade tolerance; requires full sun for most of the day to grow properly.

WEAR RESISTANCE:
One of our most wear resistant turfs.  Can withstand moderate foot traffic without much damage.  Recovers very quickly is damage has occurred.

WATER REQUIREMENTS:
Can survive with very little irrigation.  However, in order to maintain good quality turf, waterings of approximately 1/2 - 3/4 inch two to three times a week depending on soil type may be required.

DISEASE AND INSECT SUSCEPTIBILITY:
Bermuda is susceptible to numerous diseases and insects.  Proper detection and management can prevent any widespread damage.

RECOMMENDED USAGE:
Bermuda can produce a very high quality turf if proper management is provided.  It can also function as low maintenance turf for areas that will receive little care or irrigation.  Because of this wide area of adaptation, it is utilized on everything from golf greens to roadsides.

VARIETIES:
There are numerous varieties available which can produce a quality turf.  The improved varieties should be established from sod and include:

1. U-3 Select Common
2. Tifway 419
3. Texturf 10

 SIMS GRASS will professionally install the turfgrass sod into your new or existing lawn.  Let our installation crews do all of the work and you can simply enjoy the results.  We can transform your bare dirt yard into a lush green lawn in a matter of a few hours.  The many benefits of sodding include erosion control, dust reduction, surface cooling, and immediate visual impact.  

Give us a call and we will be glad to discuss your project with you and give you a free estimate.  There is no minimum quantity required for installation.  New lawn establishment or existing lawn renovation performed in a professional and timely manner is our speciality.   

Hydro-mulching, sometimes referred to as hydroseeding, is a grass planting process. This grass planting process is fast, efficient, and economical. The process is frequently more effective than conventional seeding and more economical than conventional sodding.

The process begins by mixing mulch, seed, fertilizer, and water in a tank. Then the material is pumped from the tank and sprayed onto the ground. The mixed material is often referred to as a slurry, and looks very similiar to green paper mache.

Once applied to the soil, the material enhances initial growth by providing an environment beneficial to seed germination.

If the area to be planted is smooth the resulting grass surface will be smooth. Also, hydro-mulching will produce turf which is almost weed free. However, weed seed is almost always present in the soil, and when the moisture and fertilizer are applied, weed seed can emerge.

A good mulch application will reduce moisture evaporation from the soil. Grass seed needs soil moisture to germinate and grow, and that moisture must come from either irrigation or rainfall. Poor growth is almost always due to lack of water.

A good mulch application also provides erosion resistance. When soil erosion is reduced or prevented, and the seeds are held in place, a more uniform coverage of grass is assured.

HYDRO-MULCHlNG HAS A VARIETY OF USES
New home lawns is the largest defined market for hydro-mulching. Other landscape applications are also significant. Hydro-mulching is being used more and more in new golf course construction.
New highway and utility construction are also significant users of hydromulch for the establishment of turf in large areas.  

WATER! WATER! WATER!
Without adequate irrigation, the establishment time and coverage will vary significantly. To ensure quality turf, propering watering is essential.   An in-ground irrigation system makes the application of water much easier and more efficient.

THE RESULTS
Warm and moist conditions promote faster seed germination. Seed bed conditions determine growth rates after germination. When all the conditions are favorable, grass may require mowing and have excellent coverage in about three to four weeks.  During less favorable circumstances, a good stand of grass can take many months, or even up to a year, to become established.

SEEDING, SODDING, OR HYDRO-MULCHING
Each method has its advantages and disadvantages:
Seeding without the protection of mulch is usually less expensive than hydro-mulching. Seeding, without mulch, may be the method of choice due to budget constraints. However, the results will almost always be less dependable. Sodding will provide solid coverage of grass immediately. This is the best method for the establishment of a turf. Hydromulching can provide a full coverage of grass in six to eight weeks. The cost of hydro-mulching falls between that of seeding and sodding.

GROWTH SEEMS CERTAIN
Most new construction sites need new grass. These include housing and business facilities. Highway construction and other land development areas need new grass. Grass is necessary to provide erosion and soil control.   If your project calls for the establishment of turf let SIMS GRASS help you with the option that best suits your needs and budget.

No more worrying what kind of firewood you are buying or whether you are getting the amount which you are paying for because SIMS Grass, Inc eliminates these worries.  We offer beautiful Oak and Hickory Firewood from the State of Oklahoma which has been cut and split to insure that it burns good and stacks tight.  At the end of each winter we purchase large amounts of firewood and stock pile so that we will have wood the following winter which is seasoned and ready to burn.

Whether you live in an apartment and need just a small amount of wood or you own a home and burn your fireplace quite often, we have the quantity of firewood you need.  You may choose to pick-up your wood at our yard or we will be glad to deliver to your home and stack it for you in a very neat and orderly arrangement. 

So get prepared for those cold and icy winter days ahead by ordering your firewood in advance from SIMS Grass, INC.