Water every day for a short period of time until the grass is up and growing, then gradually water less often but for longer intervals. Mow as soon as the Bermuda reaches 1 1/2 inches in height.

Planting costs can exceed $500 per acre. For Bermuda grass to yield well, it needs up to 300 pounds of fertilizer per acre, an additional cost of $50 to $100 per acre.

The recommended height to mow the grass species usually used in San Antonio lawns include 2 inches tall for zoysia grass, 1.5 inches tall for Bermuda grass, 3.5 inches for St. Augustine and 5 ...