Selecting a grass type suited for Florida’s heat and shade is your first line of defense. St. Augustine grass is a favorite for its deep green color and excellent shade tolerance, making it ideal for yards under oak canopies in Deltona. Zoysia offers a dense, carpet‑like appearance and withstands heavy foot traffic, while Bahia thrives on low fertility and drought conditions—though its coarser texture may not suit every landscape. By overseeding or sodding with the variety that matches your yard’s sun exposure and soil type, you establish a resilient foundation that endures heat stress.

Consistent, deep watering encourages roots to grow downward—making your lawn more drought‑resistant.

• Timing: Water between 4 AM–8 AM to reduce evaporation.
• Frequency: Aim for 1–1.25 inches of water per week (including rainfall).
• Method: Use a rain gauge or capped container to measure output.
• Smart Control: Upgrade to a weather‑sensing irrigation timer to avoid over‑watering.

Why Deep Watering Matters: Frequent, shallow sprinkling creates shallow roots that dry out quickly and invite weeds.

How you mow can make or break your lawn’s health in summer. Set your mower blade height to three or four inches to shade the soil, reduce evaporation, and encourage deeper rooting. Never cut more than one‑third of the blade length at a time—removing too much stresses grass and opens the door to diseases. Keep your mower blades sharp; a clean cut seals off the blade tip, reducing moisture loss and disease risk. Regular, careful mowing keeps your turf dense and better able to compete with weeds.

Healthy turf begins underground. Test your soil annually through the county extension office to determine pH and nutrient needs. Amend with lime or sulfur to correct pH imbalances, and work in organic compost to improve soil structure and moisture retention. Follow a seasonal fertilization schedule: apply a slow‑release balanced fertilizer (16‑4‑8) in late spring, a lighter heat‑tolerant feed (10‑0‑20) in mid‑summer, and finish with a potassium‑rich winterizer in early fall. Proper soil care boosts root development and sustains vibrant growth throughout the hottest months.

• Aerate In Late Spring to relieve soil compaction and boost root growth.
• Top-Dress With Compost: A thin compost layer in summer improves moisture retention.
• Use mulch in beds: Mulch around trees and flower beds to reduce water needs.
• Edge Weekly: Crisp borders help prevent grass encroachment into landscaped areas.
• Rotate Mower Patterns: Alternate cutting directions to reduce soil compaction and matting.

If you’re seeing persistent brown patches, spreading weeds, or suspect irrigation issues, it’s time to call in AllStarr Rands Landscaping. Our licensed and insured team offers on‑site lawn diagnostics, custom maintenance plans, and emergency heat‑stress treatments.

Call now for a free assessment: (407) 627‑9203

Or email: allstarrrandsllc@gmail.com

Let us keep your Deltona, Sanford, and Lake Mary lawn lush—even under the hottest Florida sun!