The lawn is the centerpiece of your home’s landscape. However, award-winning landscapes also need to have some other elements to tie everything together. If your trees and shrubs are suffering under the endless heat of late summer, it’s time to… Read More
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A Discussion of The Rising Prices of Turf Seed in 2021
The summer of 2021 has been record-breaking. And, as it turns out, it’s not always a good thing. One of the negative trends we’ve seen is the rising cost of the turf seed and other resources. Shortages and dangerously high… Read More
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The Importance of Watering Practices: Why You Should Adjust Your Methods
How often do you water your lawn? More often than not, homeowners are unaware of how their watering practices impact the health of the grass they are attempting to keep alive and healthy. That’s why it’s such a good idea… Read More
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How Can Core Aeration Help Your Lawn Thrive?
Although core aeration probably sounds unfamiliar, this technique is a big deal. It’s been well-proven that aerating your lawn helps it flourish. But why exactly is this the case? Another good question that often comes up has to do with… Read More
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Ant Control Tips: How to Eliminate These Annoying Pests
One of the worst parts of spring and summer is how the insects come alive again. Even though cicadas have gone dormant, there are other unwanted guests you’ll have to repel, for instance, ant colonies. They can get everywhere, and… Read More
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Common Summer Turfgrass Diseases Part 3: Dollar Spot
Keeping your turfgrass safe from fungal diseases is an essential part of lawn care. Lawn fungi can take various forms, and they are all incredibly damaging to your home’s landscape. Over the past couple of weeks, we have discussed the… Read More
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Common Summer Turfgrass Diseases Part 2: Brown Patch
Brown Patch is one of the most commonly seen types of turfgrass disease. While you might have heard of a similar term (summer patch), the two are not identical. Identifying, controlling, and preventing brown patch disease sounds complex, but it… Read More
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Common Summer Turfgrass Diseases, Part 1: Gray Leaf Spot
Many different turfgrass diseases can ruin your lawn. While some of the more common include Brown Patch and Dollar Spot, one you may not have heard of often enough is called Gray Leaf Spot. Also known as GLS, this affliction… Read More
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Season of the Cicada: The Brood X Emergence is Now in Full Swing
It’s hard to ignore or get away from the constant background noise provided by the cicadas. From late spring to about midsummer, it is the soundtrack we will all have to experience for the time being. Still, you might have… Read More
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What Are Some Common Diseases Associated with Ticks and Mosquitoes?
One of the most unpleasant parts of spring and summer is when insects come out to play. Most bugs are harmless, if not a little creepy. Ticks and mosquitoes are typically viewed as pests and nuisances that are just a… Read More