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Need help. Getting rid of zoysia and replacing with...

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#1 ·
I have a new client interested in removing all the zoysia grass from their lawn and replacing it with a more desirable turf grass. I live in Indiana so typically we go with cool season grasses. It is a house in a subdivision built in a golf course. It is well irrigated and has very steep hills.

First off, how do I get rid of the zoysia?
Second, what kind of grass do I replace it with?
Third, sod or seed?
 
Discussion starter · #4 ·
I've been reading a lot about killing zoysia and people are saying that it's nearly impossible. That even after 3 bouts with roundup it can still come back. I'm not sure how much of an option tilling would be because of the irrigation system. I usually use a fescue blend around here but most of the yards I am called to work in are average typically. This new job is immaculate and in a very private subdivision. Really needing to prove ourselves here to hopefully pick up some new dr. and lawyer clients.