Fertilizing/Weed control Scheduling HELP ?

[SilkyLawns]

I have started a new Lawncare Co. 3 years ago. I previously worked for a lawncare Co. before this but mostly handled all the mowing of the accounts with my Boss doing the spraying or spreading of Chemicals. My question is, And please go into detail, When to spread pre-emergent, fertilize, (and how often), and when to spray for broadleaf, ie- Trimec. also when is it a good time to put down a grub/insect control app. and what kind is best. I live in the central Indiana area close to Indianapolis. Thank you for the help in advance. Rob Curry

[MrBarefoot]

You will find all the answers you are looking for by using the search functions on this website.

One other thing, you must be certified by your state to do pesticide work for hire. If you don't comply you will face fines when your certified competitors see you out doing work and turn you in.

There are several books that you can use to educate yourself on lawn care.

www.amazon.com/Lawn-Care-Dummies-Lance-Walheim/dp/0764550772/ref=sr_11_1/102-4196544-3285735?ie=UTF8

[ATVracer]

I have started a new Lawncare Co. 3 years ago. I previously worked for a lawncare Co. before this but mostly handled all the mowing of the accounts with my Boss doing the spraying or spreading of Chemicals. My question is, And please go into detail, When to spread pre-emergent, fertilize, (and how often), and when to spray for broadleaf, ie- Trimec. also when is it a good time to put down a grub/insect control app. and what kind is best. I live in the central Indiana area close to Indianapolis. Thank you for the help in advance. Rob Curry


Just got back from Purdue's lawncare program so I will share what was suggested for Indiana.
Pre-emergent-2 applications 1 in mid march the other end of May
broadleaf 2 applications first in mid may second first week october
fertilizer depends on what customers will pay. 3-4 pounds of N per 1 k square feet per year, you can break this down between 4-6 visits with no more than 1.25 pounds per treatment. best time to fertilize is with two treatments in fall and a couple in the spring.whatever you do make sure to fertilize twice in the fall if nothing else. grub control should be done in july and is the most expensive treatment the customer will pay for.

[quiet]

Your county extension office will have good info for your local area. They are familiar with your soils, your turf types, your climate, etc. And they will also have information on licensing requirements.