Turf Management Strategy

Spring scalping Bermuda grass in Oklahoma isn’t about the calendar — it’s about soil temperature. Cutting too early can delay green-up and increase stress, while waiting for consistent warming protects recovery. Learn when to scalp, how low to mow, and why timing matters more than the first warm weekend.

Brown patches, yellow grass, or thinning turf often leave homeowners asking a simple question: what’s wrong with my lawn? AI tools can identify plants from photos, but diagnosing turfgrass problems requires evaluating soil conditions, roots, irrigation, and seasonal growth patterns. Learn why lawn diagnosis is more complex than it appears.

Is your Bermuda grass still brown in March? In Oklahoma, that’s usually a good sign. Warm-season turf stays dormant until soil temperatures consistently rise — and forcing early green-up can create bigger problems later. Here’s what’s really happening beneath the surface and what you should (and shouldn’t) be doing this time of year.

When to apply pre-emergent in Oklahoma depends on soil temperature, not the calendar. Learn the correct spring and fall timing for Bermuda grass, why 55°F and 70°F soil thresholds matter, and how precise application prevents crabgrass and winter weeds before they establish. Proper timing creates predictable, long-term weed control across Tulsa and surrounding areas.

Dormant Bermuda lawn in Tulsa, Oklahoma during late winter with overlay text about spring lawn preparation before green-up

Choosing the best pre-emergent herbicides for Oklahoma lawns requires more than selecting a product. Effective weed prevention depends on proper timing, understanding soil temperatures, and rotating Modes of Action to reduce resistance pressure. A disciplined, season-long strategy protects turf density and long-term performance — not just this year’s appearance, but stability for seasons to come.

Core aeration machine removing soil plugs from a Bermuda grass lawn in Tulsa, Oklahoma, demonstrating compaction relief and improved soil structure during active growth season.

Most lawns perform better when they are watered deeply and less often rather than receiving small amounts of water every day. Learn how deep watering encourages stronger root systems, how much water Oklahoma lawns typically need, and how to measure your sprinkler system’s output using a simple DIY test.