DIY PROGRAM

🌱 Turf Geeks DIY APP 🌱
Your ultimate guide to a healthy, thriving lawn—all in one place! The Turf Geeks DIY App walks you through every step to become a lawn care expert and maintain a lush, healthy lawn year-round. Here’s how each feature helps you get there:

Step 1: Identify Your Grass Type

Knowing your grass type is foundational for proper lawn care, as each grass variety has unique needs for mowing, watering, fertilizing, and overseeding. The app’s grass identification tool will guide you through observing key characteristics, like:

• Color and Growth Patterns: Is your grass a darker green, or more yellow-toned? Is it dense or sparse?

• Blade Width and Texture: Is it fine-bladed (like fescues) or coarse (like zoysia)?

• Seasonal Behavior: Is it greening up in spring, or does it thrive best in the summer? The app helps differentiate cool-season and warm-season grasses, ensuring that each recommendation is tailored to your specific grass type.

Once you identify your grass type, the app will store this info to personalize guidance and recommendations.

Step 2: Measure Your Lawn Size

Accurate measurements are crucial for effective product applications and budgeting. The app’s mapping tool uses GPS or satellite imagery, allowing you to:

• Outline Your Lawn Area: Simply draw your property outline on the map within the app.

• Divide by Sections: Separate front, back, and side yards for more precise application plans.

• Automatic Calculation: The app instantly calculates square footage, ensuring that you know exactly how much product is needed for each application.

By knowing your exact lawn size, you avoid wasting products, save money, and apply just the right amount for optimal results.

Step 3: Calibrate Your Spreader or Sprayer

Incorrect calibration can lead to uneven applications and product waste. The app’s Spreader and Sprayer Calibration Guide provides:

• Step-by-Step Instructions: Clear, user-friendly guidance on adjusting spreaders (for granular products) and sprayers (for liquid applications).

• Custom Calibration Recommendations: Based on your equipment model, the app offers specific calibration settings and tips for accurate coverage.

• Practice Mode: If you’re new to calibration, you can practice virtually within the app using our digital walkthroughs, so you’ll feel confident before real applications.

This feature helps you ensure each treatment is evenly distributed across your lawn, preventing over-application and maximizing product efficacy.

Step 4: Timing and Scheduling

Timing each treatment accurately can make a big difference in your lawn’s health. The app provides a Custom Lawn Care Calendar tailored to your grass type and Kansas City’s local climate. Here’s how it works:

• Automated Schedule: Receive month-by-month, seasonal task lists, like when to fertilize, overseed, and treat for weeds.

• Push Notifications: Get reminders before each task, along with step-by-step instructions and product recommendations.

• Adjustable Timeline: If you miss a date or need to reschedule, the app adapts, recommending the next best time for each application.

By following a precise, personalized schedule, you’ll keep your lawn healthy and resilient all year round.

Step 5: Weather and Soil/Air Temperature Tracking

Kansas City’s weather can be unpredictable, and the success of your lawn care applications depends on factors like soil temperature and humidity. The app provides real-time weather insights, tailored to lawn care:

• Local Soil and Air Temperature Updates: Automatically tracks soil temperatures, letting you know when conditions are ideal for seeding, fertilizing, or applying weed control.

• Weather-Based Alerts: Receive notifications about upcoming rain, frost, or temperature shifts, advising on any changes to your schedule.

• Customized Tips: Adjusts advice based on current conditions, for example, suggesting when to water after a dry spell or hold off on fertilizing if a heatwave is expected.

With real-time insights, you’ll avoid wasting products and ensure that each application takes full effect.

Bonus Features

• Lawn Health Journal: Track lawn changes and applications over time, taking notes and photos to monitor progress.

• Product Calculator: Input product labels, and the app will calculate the exact amount needed based on your lawn’s size.

• Expert Support: Have a specific question or issue? Connect with Turf Geeks experts through the app for guidance and troubleshooting.

Get Started with Turf Geeks DIY App!

With every essential step, from grass identification to precise timing and application guidance, the Turf Geeks DIY App makes it easy to cultivate a beautiful, resilient lawn. Ready to take your lawn care to the next level? Download the app and start transforming your lawn today!