What Are Growth Regulators—and Why Do They Matter?
When most people think of lawn care, they think of mowing, watering, and maybe fertilizing. But there’s another powerful tool in our lawn care arsenal that many homeowners don’t know about: plant growth regulators (PGRs).
Growth regulators are specialized products that slow down the vertical growth of your grass. That means your lawn doesn’t grow tall as quickly—but instead, it puts more energy into developing stronger roots, thicker blades, and improved overall density. The result? A lush, green lawn that requires less mowing and resists stress more effectively.
How Growth Regulators Help Your Lawn
At Northern Turf, we use growth regulators strategically to support healthy, beautiful turf. Here’s how they benefit your lawn:
- Less Mowing
By slowing vertical shoot growth, you won’t need to mow as frequently. This is especially helpful during peak growing periods when it can feel like the grass is growing faster than you can keep up. - Thicker, Denser Turf
With reduced upward growth, your lawn uses that extra energy to spread out laterally. This helps fill in thin areas and crowd out weeds. - Better Color and Appearance
PGRs can enhance the natural green color of your lawn by improving nutrient efficiency and reducing stress from frequent mowing. - Improved Drought and Heat Tolerance
Slowing growth reduces the plant’s need for water and nutrients, helping your lawn perform better during periods of heat or limited rainfall.
The Advanced Technology Behind Our Growth Regulator
At Northern Turf, we use a next-generation growth regulator designed specifically for cool-season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, ryegrass, and fescue. This product works quickly and efficiently, providing longer-lasting results than traditional options.
What sets it apart?
- Fast-acting performance for quicker visible results.
- Extended residual effect so fewer treatments are needed.
- Gentle and predictable response to protect the turf from damage or discoloration.
- Root-supportive benefits that improve turf strength beneath the surface—not just on top.
It’s a modern, professional-grade solution that fits perfectly into our goal of providing lush, sustainable, low-maintenance lawns for Northern Maine homeowners.
Why Northern Turf Recommends Growth Regulators
We believe in using every tool available to promote a healthier, more resilient lawn—especially one that fits into your busy life. Growth regulators like Anuew™ allow us to deliver better results with less maintenance for you. Whether you want fewer mowing chores or stronger performance through summer stress, a PGR program might be the missing piece your lawn needs.Ready to see the results for yourself?
Ask us how we can incorporate a growth regulator application into your lawn care program this season. Give us a call at 207-544-9420.