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Let’s Create a Lush Lawn Together: High-Quality Products & Resources for Natural Turfgrass
Busy lawn care professionals need a turfgrass product supplier they can depend on. At D & K Products, we make it easy by providing access to superior products and unparalleled customer service.
Unsure where to start? We assist both homeowners and lawn care professionals working on grow-ins and annual maintenance. Our annual 5-Step Lawn Care Program makes it simple: Purchase one step at a time or your whole year at once. Our economical, high-quality fertilizers are timed for optimal control of weeds and insects.
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We carry Syngenta, Envu, BASF, Corteva, PBI-Gordon and much more: high quality brands with exceptional performance.
We’re the Trusted Partner of Lawn & Landscape Companies Across Iowa, Nebraska & Illinois
Unpredictable Midwest weather, tight client schedules, and constant customer demands are daily pressures for lawn and landscaping companies. That’s why our team is committed to providing the best turf care products and services in the Midwest.
D & K Products is more than a product supplier. We’re your long-term turf care partner. That’s why lawn and landscaping companies in the Midwest turn to D & K Products for our extensive selection of lawn care products, quick turnaround times, and expert assistance whenever you have questions or concerns.
When you partner with D & K products, you’ll receive:
- A dedicated local sales representative to help with all of your product needs and agronomic questions.
- Access to top lawn care product brands to ensure you have the high-quality products you need.
Quick response times from local warehouses conveniently located in your area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Caring for Turfgrass Lawns
What Is the Best Type of Grass Seed for My Lawn?
Most lawns in Iowa use cool season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, ryegrass, or fescue. These resilient grasses are best suited for climates that experience extreme winter weather. They grow well in colder conditions and go dormant during extreme heat or dry weather.
How Much Grass Seed Do I Need for My Lawn?
The amount of seed your lawn requires will depend on the type of grass mix you are planting and the total square footage of the area. Manufacturers will typically recommend a certain amount of seed (in pounds) per 1,000 square feet of lawn. At D & K Products, we offer recommended seeding rates for each of our products. These rates will differ depending on whether you are applying new seed or overseeding, and whether the area sees a high or low amount of use.
What Is the Best Time to Grass Seed Your Lawn?
If you are using cool season grass, the best time to seed your lawn is in the late summer or early fall. The conditions during these months are prime for jumpstarting the germination process, and the timing will reduce competition with summer weeds. Mid-August through mid-September is a prime time to apply the seed.
What Is the Best Way to Plant Grass Seed in an Existing Lawn?
Planting grass seed in a lawn that already has grass growing is a great way to help thicken your lawn if your grass carpet is thinning. This is known as interseeding, if you plant the same grass species, or overseeding if you are introducing a new species.
The best steps for overseeding your lawn are:
- Mow existing grass to a height of about 2 inches. This will help to reduce competition for sunlight.
- If possible, aerate your lawn with a core aerator. This reduces soil compaction and allows water, air, and fertilizer to penetrate the soil better, promoting root growth.
- Plant the grass seed according to the recommended pound-per-1,000-square-foot ratio. Go ahead and fertilize after planting.
- You can mow once you have a stand of grass that is long enough to mow.
- Do not apply any herbicides until after you have mowed three times.
Again, the best time to plant new grass seed will be in the late summer or early fall.
