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One of the most common misconceptions homeowners have is that lawns need water every day during the summer. In reality, most tall fescue lawns perform best when watered deeply and infrequently. The goal is to encourage roots to grow deeper into the soil where moisture remains available longer during periods of heat and drought. The One-Inch Rule Most established tall fescue lawns need approximately 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week, including rainfall. This amount can vary ba

One of the most common questions homeowners ask during the summer is: “Why is my lawn turning brown?” The answer depends on what’s causing the discoloration, but in many Southern Illinois lawns, the culprit is simply heat and drought stress. Tall fescue is considered a cool-season grass. While it performs extremely well during spring and fall, it naturally struggles during periods of prolonged heat and limited rainfall. When temperatures consistently reach the upper 80s and 9