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.

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.