Barefoot & Associates, Inc.

Crabgrass is Ready for a Comeback

barefoot — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:02:43 +0000

It’s a fact: No lawn is completely immune to crabgrass. Thankfully, there are steps that can be taken this spring- and throughout the growing season ahead-to keep it under control.

AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE

Just one mature crabgrass plant can produce thousands of seeds, which are able to grow in the hottest, driest conditions. Even in compacted soil along sidewalks and driveways, crabgrass seeds have no trouble germinating.

SO WHAT CAN BE DONE

The healthier and thicker your lawn, the less crabgrass its’s going to have. Four keys to a lush lawn include:

Fertilizing regularly
Controlling insects and diseases as needed
Removing no more than 1/2 of the grass blade each time you mow
Making sure your lawn gets 1″ to 1 1/2′ of water per week

EXTRA PROTECTION

A pre-emergent herbicide will also be very effective against crabgrass as long as it is applied at the right time (before the crabgrass seeds germinate). This preventative treatment will form a barrier in the soil, and newly sprouted crabgrass will be killed off before it can emerge aboveground.

With a combination of good lawn care practices and the appropriate herbicides, crabgrass doesn’t stand a chance!

Pre-emergent Weed Control in your TURF & ORNAMENTAL BEDS

barefoot — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:33:00 +0000

TURF & ORNAMENTALS: Now is the time to begin thinking about applying pre-emergent products in your lawn & ornamental beds or natural areas. We will be applying pre-emergent products in February for the control of crabgrass, goosegrass and foxtail. These major weeds germinate when soil temperatures reach an average soil temperature of 55 degrees. Please note that these pre-emergent products do not control all weeds, (i.e. bahiagrass, dallisgrass, nutsedge and some broadleaf weeds are not covered and if become present in your lawn will require a selective post-emergent product application. If the weeds are spotty in coverage, a spot spray application may be applied and would reduce the cost of application when compared to a entire lawn spray application.

Pay Your Bill Online

barefoot — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:21:21 +0000

ATTENTION: Customers can now use the Pay Online button on the right side of the home screen to view and pay their bill online. We are always looking for better and easier ways to conduct business with our customers.

We are currently working at Chapel Hill Country Club

barefoot — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:56:23 +0000

Our crew is currently working at Chapel Hill Country Club on the golf course installing new hardscape walkways, retaining walls and landscaping near tee boxes.

Introducing Our New Website!

ClickOptimize — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:37:31 +0000

Welcome to our all new website with more informative pages loaded with information.

Current News & Seasonal Services

ClickOptimize — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:58:49 +0000

The staff at Barefoot & Associates is currently finishing up Fall Renovations and seeding of fescue turf. We have also begun application of our winterizer fertilizer for warm season turf. This application will build food reserves in the plant and improve cold tolerance through the winter months. The staff at Barefoot & Associates is currently finishing up Fall Renovations and seeding of fescue turf. We have also begun application of our winterizer fertilizer for warm season turf. This application will build food reserves in the plant and improve cold tolerance through the winter months.

Matt, Smithfield NC

ClickOptimize — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:20:14 +0000

Back in December, I started writing you an email … and then got distracted and it fell by the wayside. In general, I was going to ask you if you had been by the house lately, because … WOW! I have to tell you, man, it is hard to imagine the yard could possibly have looked any better. I mean, the yard looked awesome even in the heart of the summer, even though I know the heat was stressing it out. And I know that the cooler season is better for it, but still – she’s looking good, man.

So, I just wanted to say thanks, really, to you and your entire team. I am 100% satisfied with the service your team provided last year. Even as the hard freezes we have had finally start to take their toll on the yard, it still is the best in the neighborhood. I gotta tell you – I probably get 2 or 3 “inquiries” a year from people wanting to take care of the yard … last guy asked who took care of my yard, I told him, and he asked “you happy with them?” … I instantly replied “hell, yes … have you SEEN my yard?? Why wouldn’t I be??”Thought you would enjoy that. Anyway, just wanted to say thanks. One day I will bite the bullet and get rid of that crappy Bermuda, and then it will all be good! – Matt, Smithfield NC

Antoinette Martin

ClickOptimize — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:18:26 +0000

Eugene, I really appreciated the professionalism, patience and dependability of you and your helpers. Thank you for a job well done! Please feel free to use me as a reference. Antoinette Martin, Clayton NC 27527

C. Stephenson, Willow Springs NC

ClickOptimize — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:17:47 +0000

I have had numerous compliments on the landscaping and especially the lighting. I have spent a lot of money in a short amount of time. When I get compliments, it makes me feel like the money spent was worth it.... Read more

Barefoot & Associates Current Schedule of Services

ClickOptimize — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:36:45 +0000

The staff at Barefoot & Associates Inc. is currently applying the last application of fertilizer to cool season grasses (fescue and ryegrass). Most fescue lawns have done really well this fall regarding overseeding. We have had optimum temperatures and periodic rainfalls which have helped with the germination process. The staff has also spot seeded at least once in all lawns that received the full fall renovation service.

This week our staff will begin application for winter annual weed control in turf. We have many lawns to treat and will service your lawn soon. If you have any questions regarding this service, please feel free to call our office at 919-934-3554.

The horticultural crews are finishing up any light pruning and also installing scheduled Fall plantings.