It’s been a rough winter for many folks around the country. The snowfall has been, um, persistent in some areas. Now that the snow is starting to melt (and will hopefully continue to do so), the lawn owners around the country will be looking to do some “spring cleaning” in order to get their yards in order. It’s a tricky time for your lawn and your yard. The ground is getting soft as snow begins…
Read more| Nov 01, 2016
Winter kill is actually a variety of negative lawn conditions, all caused by harsh winter weather conditions. Winter kill can refer to any severe damage suffered by the grass during the winter months. It goes beyond just heavy snow (though that is one of the conditions). So let’s start with snow. A heavy cover of snow over an extended period of time can create warm conditions near soil surfaces.…
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There’s no denying it. Winter will be here soon enough. That’s not to say we can’t take time and enjoy the rest of fall. It just means it’s time to think about getting ready to put things away until spring. You may have already gotten your lawn sprinkler system ready for winter. It’s also time to store your power equipment. So what needs to be done? First, determine what power equipment needs…
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Your lawn needs care in all seasons, even winter. Cold weather may bring snow but during the times the ground is bare, there are things you can be doing to help your grass and yard make it through winter. Avoid excessive lawn traffic. Your grass needs a break during the winter. It’s frailer. Just because the grass is brown and short does not mean it should be walked on with more frequency. …
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For folks who like their grass healthy and green, brown is a bummer. Brown spots can leave a lawn looking, well, brown. It can be a sign of disease, drought or a sign that a dog has found a favorite relief spot when nature calls. For lawn owners, the message is this: Don’t let brown get you down. There are ways to get your lawn looking green again. Before there can be a solution, the problem…
Read more| Nov 01, 2016Just because you have a smaller lawn does not mean the lawn does not require care. Small lawns have many of the same needs as larger lawns. However, the smaller lawns may require different tools. For instance, smaller lawns may not require a fully installed sprinkler system. However, proper hydration is still a must for a healthy lawn.Portable above-ground lawn sprinklers that attach to a standard…
Read more| Nov 01, 2016Finding dead grass can be very frustrating for lawn owners. Fortunately, getting rid of the dead grass and revitalizing the area can be fairly simple. It’s also important to understand what can cause the damage to the grass. We think of fertilizer as a friend to a healthy lawn and, for the most part, that’s true. However, overfertilization can kill grass. The trick to repairing areas of lawn…
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Doing lawn and yard work is important to make sure your grass is healthy, lush and green. Yard work can also have benefits beyond a great looking yard. It can also be good for your heart. The Centers for Disease Control agrees. The CDC recommends physical activity such as mowing your lawn and other types of yard work. The CDC also says two-and-a-half hours of moderate physical activity a…
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Lawn grubs can be a real problem for yards. You’ve probably seen grubs or the effects of grubs without even knowing it. Lawn grubs are the white larvae for the adult June Bug or Japanese Beetle. Here are some signs that you might have a lawn grub problem in your yard: Are you seeing sections of your lawn dry out and die? Does your lawn have big brown spots that can be pulled up like a patch?…
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A lot of homeowners take their lawn maintenance very seriously. They take the time to make sure the grass is cut on a regular basis and receives a healthy amount of water. Yet it seems in some communities, taking care of the lawn is more than just a chore. It’s the law. The city of Conneaut, Ohio has a law on the books requiring residents to mow their grass. Apparently the law wasn’t tough…
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