What is Aeration? Our Aerating Systems Expert Explains When it comes to lawn care, there are a few buzzwords that get people’s attention. Landscaping, pruning, and gardening are among those words. Aeration, however, is not. Aerating systems have long been a fixture in lawn care strategies but they often aren’t understood by your average homeowner […]
If patchy brown rings pop up on your lawn, you might wonder if aliens are to blame for the mysterious, miniature crop circles. Luckily, this is not the case. You can rest easy in the knowledge that the rings likely arose due to a treatable fungal infection. Lawn funguses can cause many unsightly symptoms, from […]
Keeping your lawn healthy and beautiful can be a challenge when you’re trying to figure out how to identify lawn pests. These pesky critters can wreak havoc on an otherwise healthy lawn, destroying healthy grass and desecrating the soil. Although it isn’t tough to spot the damage, it can be difficult to figure out the […]
Summer is just around the corner, and along with sunny days, flip-flops, and barbecues, you may (unfortunately) spot lawn grubs as well. The immature form of scarab beetles, lawn grubs are soft, C-shaped insects that feed on grassroots. They will eventually mature into adult beetles, mating and laying eggs beneath the soil to produce even […]
Of all the bluegrass species, Kentucky Bluegrass is by the far the most preferred and widely used. It is a dense, colorful, cool-season grass that is perfect for a yard that is played in often. This bluegrass species can be purchased in sod or seed form, and its seeds are often paired with cool-season turfgrasses […]
Spring isn’t far away. Before long it will warm up, and your yard will start looking green again – or at least that’s the idea. If you’ve been less than happy with your lawn in years past, perhaps it’s time to consider starting fresh with a new type of grass. There are many varieties to […]
If you’re upgrading your lawn, you’ll want to spend time choosing the best grass type for your yard. Don’t let yourself get surprised by a high-maintenance grass or one that isn’t suited to your area’s weather! Fescue grass, a cool-season grass, is one of the most popular grass types in most of America. Wondering if […]
Nothing takes away from the look of a beautiful, uniform lawn like weeds. What’s worse is that many weeds can spread, taking over and damaging your yard. Identifying and then getting rid of the weeds in your grass will keep your lawn looking great and staying healthy. Tackling weeds can sometimes be tough, but don’t […]
Big or small, we love our dogs for countless reasons. But for all the joys they bring into our lives, they can be a bit frustrating at times. Your lawn, for instance, doesn’t find your dog’s potty trips as “relieving” as your dog might. Being slightly acidic and high in nitrogen, dog urine can damage […]
Weather, traffic, and time can all take a toll on even the healthiest of lawns. When your grass begins to thin and your yard’s appearance starts to suffer, you can get that lush, green look back by overseeding. Overseeding is the process of spreading grass seed on an already-existing lawn. Like most yard work, though, […]
