Kudzu Control
Kudzu is native to Japan and China; however, it grows better in the southern United States than it does in its native land. Today, it covers over seven million acres of the deep South but Kudzu is not without disadvantages. Kudzu is used in ways which might surprise you. During the 1920’s it was discovered that animals would eat the plant. During the 1930’s Kudzu was used for erosion control. The USDA declared Kudzu as a weed in 1972. While it does have valuable uses, the vines can also be very destructive due to its rapid growth. Kudzu, with a deep and extensive root system, is difficult to control once it has been established in an area. Several products are effective for foliar treatment of Kudzu. If your lawn or landscape is being invaded by Kudzu, give Executive Turf Care a call to schedule an appointment.
Poison Ivy Control
Poison Ivy is a poisonous North American plant that is well known for its production of urushiol, a clear liquid compound found within the sap of the plant that causes an uncomfortable reaction in most people that come in contact with the plant. The highly allergenic plant will can cause itchy rashes, painful blisters and uncomfortable burning of the skin. All parts of poison ivy including the roots are poisonous at all times of the year.
If your lawn or landscape is being invaded by poison Ivy, give Executive Turf Care a call to schedule an appointment.
Tree Injections
Executive Turf Care is now using the Wedgle Direct Inject System. The Wedgle Direct Inject System is the most tree-friendly way to treat trees. One of the few methods that doesn’t require drilling, the Direct Inject System:
- Is a less invasive application method that promotes long-term tree vigor.
- Injects nutrients directly into the tree’s vascular system, right where the tree will us it.
- Treatments requiring drilling cause permanent damage to tree sapwood, reducing a tree’s ability to move and store nutrients. The Wedge Direct-Inject System is a sustainable, no drill method which protects tree vitality.
- Does not leave open wounds or holes which provide entry points for insects and disease.
- Provides quick control, generally in two to five days.
- In most cases, provides season-long control with one application.
With the Wedgle Direct Inject System, Executive Turf Care is able to safely treat trees for insects and diseases. We are also able to green up yellow trees and treat for deficiencies of Iron, Manganese, Phosphorus, and Potassium. Please call our office to schedule an appointment.
Plant Growth Regulators
Golf courses have used Plant Growth Regulators, or PGR’s, for years on their putting greens. PGR’s reduce top growth and increase the density of the turf. One application per month during the growing season will cut your mowing in half. It will also greatly reduce the amount of clippings you will have with each mowing.
You can also save time and money on pruning your shrubs. PGR’s applied to shrubs will cut your pruning in half as well. Applying PGR’s will also increase the density of the plant while reducing shoot growth.
For more information or to schedule and application call Executive Turf Care.