We want to start a zyosia lawn next spring, in Chatham Co, NC, likely with plugs.
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3po3 on Oct 15, 2011I wouldn't seed now if you are planning to replace the grass in the spring. I recommend smothering the grass with newspaper or cardboard and three inches of mulch, then xeriscaping the yard. Low water, low maintenance. Of course, that's not what you asked. You are better off trying to use Roundup when the weeds and fescue are actively growing (probably spring), then mowing the remaining vegetation really low and planting your zoysia plugs.Helpful Reply
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Douglas Hunt on Oct 16, 2011If you are planning to plant zoysia from plugs be prepared for a lot of maintenance until the grass is well-established. Because zoysia is slow-growing, this can take two to four years, which is why it is most often installed as sod.Helpful Reply
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Frank C on Oct 16, 2011Your right Doug, SOD is the way to go. I planted Zion Zosia this past sring and not only was it an instant lawn, I heared that plugs take a VERY LONG time to establish. We killed off the old lawn with round-up and tilled up the dead grass to just dirt after we raked out the old and applied soil conditioner and very little starter food. The lawn looks great. Go with SOD..Helpful Reply
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Walter Reeves on Oct 16, 2011One more vote for Doug's advice: it will take 2-4 years to get coverage unless you plant the plugs 3" apart.....and at that spacing, you're better off just planting sod. I've had terrible luck with the zoysia plugs sold online. If you want plugs, buy fresh sod pieces and chop into 3" squares.Helpful Reply
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360 Sod (Donna Dixson) on Oct 16, 2011I have heard a lot of horror stories from plugs sold on line. Buyer bewared. I agree with Walter, buy squares or rolls and checker board them if you are trying to get a Zoysia lawn on a budget. Don't skimp on your soil prep. Get a good layer of soil amendment and till if you can.Helpful Reply
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