A TEXAS TRADITION OF SERVICE SINCE 1979
Welcome to Your #1 Source for Irrigation, Sprinkler and Septic Supplies
Avoid walking or working on your lawn until after the spring thaw, to prevent damaging the grass.
- Before your first mow of the year, rake your yard thoroughly to loosen matted grass clumps and alleviate thatch. Thatch consists of a layer of leaves, roots and dead grass blades that build up between the live grass and the soil, which can keep water and air from reaching the grass.
- Spring tine rakes are recommended for the first rakes of the season.
- Do not rake when the soil is soft or muddy, which makes you more likely to pull up healthy grass crowns.
Aerate the Soil
Another way to reduce thatch and the effect of compacted soil is to use a core aerator, which removes plugs of soil so more air, water and nutrients can reach the grassroots.
- Aerate cool season grasses in early spring or autumn.
- Aerate warm season grasses from late spring to summer.
- Aerate clay soils or highly trafficked parts of the lawn once a year.
- A thriving lawn will need core aeration every two or three years.
Fertilize the Grass
Apply spring fertilizer about three weeks after the grass starts greening or following the first two or three mowings. Apply too early and you risk feeding weeds and creating fertilizer runoff.
- Water your lawn a few days before applying fertilizer to avoid burning the roots. Choose the best lawn fertilizer based on the type of grass, climate and any persistent growth problems, and check the directions to avoid over-fertilizing.
- If you have crabgrass issues, use a fertilizer with a crabgrass preventer in early spring. Read the directions on your product to know how long to wait after using the crabgrass preventer before you can apply a weed killer.
- If you have common or broadleaf weeds, use a weed and feed product when daytime temperatures are between 60 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Water the lawn first to ensure it is damp, but do not apply if the weather forecasts rain within the next two days, as it can wash away the product.
- When your lawn is thick and healthy, it should crowd out most weeds. The roots of the grass should also stay shaded, so they can better withstand the summer heat.
- Use a spreader to ensure you apply the right amount of fertilizer and distribute it evenly across your grass. Read the directions on your spreader to know what settings to use.
- Walk back and forth in straight lines on each pass when you apply the fertilizer.
- Follow the directions on the product for how much fertilizer to use and when to reapply it.
Water The Lawn
Spring irrigation varies by region. In general, grass needs an inch of water per week, whether from rain or a spring lawn care routine with a garden hose, sprinkler or irrigation system.
- To avoid evaporation in the heated air during late spring and summer, water early in the day, before 10 a.m.
- When you water your lawn, water deeply to encourage long, deep roots.
- A way to test whether your lawn needs watering is to step on and off your grass and see how fast the blades bounce back. If the blades are slow to bounce back or are wilted, curled or dull in color, it may be time to water.
FEATURED PRODUCTS SPOTLIGHT
- Our weighted sled bases are a great alternative if you don’t have a sprinkler system
- The weight helps with the West Texas winds…it’s a sturdy base but can still move easily.
- It has a 1/2″ female pipe thread for a Mini Wobbler
- Senninger’s wobblers distribute a gentle, rain-like pattern of droplets specially designed to resist evaporation and wind drift. That means irrigation systems can make the most of every drop.
- Each wobbler features off-center rotary action to create uniform coverage over a large diameter at low pressures. You can choose standard angle or low angle models (standard angle wobblers have a larger coverage area).
- Features we love on Senninger’s wobblers include:
- Distribute a gentle, rain-like, evaporation and wind-resistant pattern of droplets across a uniform area
- Excellent, uniform coverage over large diameters at low pressures
- Stream heights from 2.5’ to 5.5’ above the nozzle based on pressure and nozzle size
- Off-center rotary action
- One moving part for longer product life
- Available in standard and low angle models, including ½” or ¾” male NPT inlet connections
VENDOR SPOTLIGHT
Founded in 1977, B.A. Fischer Sales Co. is a trusted agricultural irrigation wholesaler with a legacy of providing high-quality products and legendary customer service. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we have proudly served our customers for over 40 years, building a reputation for reliability, expertise, and dedication to the agricultural irrigation industry.
With multiple locations spanning across the country, we are well-positioned to serve our customers nationwide, providing everything needed for all irrigation applications. From quality products to reliable solutions, we’re here to support your business at every step.
Senninger is a leading designer and manufacturer of quality irrigation solutions for agricultural, horticultural, and industrial applications. The company designs its products to minimize water and energy consumption, helping irrigators make the most of every drop.
Backed by 58 years of experience and available in 50+ countries, Senninger is one of the best-known names in the irrigation space.
Senninger manufactures products in the United States. Each product undergoes rigorous field testing. We carry several popular Senninger products, including wobblers.
CONTRACTOR SPOTLIGHT
All contractors listed below are licensed.
To be featured on our Contractor Spotlight List – please contact Sims Plastics and let us know! We will be rotating the companies on this list in future Focal*Points issues.
Licensed Septic Contractors
- Odessa/Midland- Bulls Septic – 432-202-9177
- Odessa/Midland-J&B services – 432-260-0092
- Odessa/Midland-Bobby Stalvey – 432-684-7143
- Odessa/Midland BASIN BACKHOE & SEPTIC SERVICE – 432-296-9126
- Odessa/Midland SKY EAGLE SKID STEER SERVICE – 432-202-0356
- Odessa/Midland TERRETT SEPTIC TANK CO. – 432-684-6427
- Waco-K&M Contracting – 254-292-9669
- Waco-Brookshire Septic – 254-744-0194
- Waco- Jernan Construction – 254-848-4848 Waco
- Central Texas Hydro-Flo – 254-715-6655
Licensed Irrigators
- Odessa/Midland-ROTH Irrigation – 432-238-2310
- Odessa/Midland-Hart Irrigation – 432-238-2310
- Odessa/Midland-All Star – 432-880-4825
- Odessa/Midland- Turf Specialties – 432-684-7166
- Odessa/Midland- Alldredge Garden – 432-682-4500
- Odessa/Midland-CLS CLEMENTS LAWN – 432-520-4657
- Odessa/Midland-Home Run – 432-352-6494
- Waco-Talbert Irrigation – 254-218-3517
- Waco-FITZGERALD LAWNSCAPER, LTD – 254-732-5934
- Waco-Rain on Demand – 254-855-7106
- Waco-Talbert Irrigation – 254-218-3517
- Waco-LAWNS LTD INC. – 254-752-8122
- Waco-CGW Lawn Sprinkler – 254-723-8278
