Compacted soil can cause big problems for your lawn. When soil gets compacted, grass cannot effectively grow.Compacted soil is often caused by heavy foot and/or vehicle traffic. For these reasons, compacted soil can often be found along the edges of driveways and sidewalks. Remember that lawns with children and pets are much more susceptible to soil compaction. This is because those lawns often see…
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This is the time of year when people take a good look at their lawns and try to determine how they can get those lawns to look a little better. This means doing things like making sure your lawn sprinkler system is ready to go. It may also mean looking for and hiring a landscaping company. If you’ve never hired a landscaper before, you might be wondering how you can protect yourself against landscaping…
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Lawn mowers can vary significantly in terms of prices and features. If you are in the market for a new mower, here are some things to consider.In most cases, the difference between a 5.5 and 6.5 horsepower engine is negligible. You can benefit from extra horsepower if you are going to bag clippings, if your yard is sloped or hilly, or your grass is often tall. A two-cycle engine mixes oil and gasoline.…
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Spring is here and you are ready to give your lawn some love.Hopefully you have your lawn sprinkler system set up with timer in place. Perhaps you’ve also decided now is the time for someone else to take care of the lawn care maintenance of your yard.No problem. Just make sure you don’t sacrifice maintenance for quality. Here are a few guidelines to follow when choosing a lawn care company:Determine…
Read more| Nov 01, 2016Are you tired of fighting with pesky weeds? Have you wasted hundreds of dollars on “miracle” weed killers that never seem to work? Weeds can be the most frustrating part about keeping a healthy lawn. So, stop wasting money on harsh weed killers, as there are much simpler, organic ways of getting rid of weeds that are safer for your lawn and easier on your budget.Mow HighIt’s a common misconception…
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Winter is nearly over, and homeowners are beginning to think about spring lawn care and planting new grass to replace sections that were damaged by cold weather. Many people are concerned that the grass will be damaged if it rains soon after the lawn is seeded. Heavy rain can be a problem, but moderate rain should not be.You can limit or prevent erosion by preparing the lawn before you seed it and…
Read more| Nov 01, 2016A common misconception about lawn care is that the more you water, the healthier your lawn will be. Overzealous lawn caretakers will nearly drown their lawns in hope of obtaining perfectly green, healthy grass. Newsflash, more water does not equal a healthier lawn. In fact, over-watering is more damaging to your lawn than under watering. This is why it is so important that you understand the damage…
Read more| Nov 01, 2016If you care for plants, be it in a smaller scale at home or as a professional landscaper or contractor, having an irrigation system is absolutely crucial. Out of all possibilities, drip watering, or irrigation, systems are growing in popularity. Ideal for plant or flower beds, vegetable gardens, trees, and ornamentals, this system has a small amount of water slowly and steadily targeted at a plant’s…
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If you look out at your lawn this summer and see dead patches or thinning grass, consider a soil test.A soil test will reveal any underlying lawn issues relating to soil nutrition or pH. This is the first step towards strengthening the health of the lawn.Nutrition deficiency can add stress to a lawn. This makes grass more susceptible to lawn diseases and less tolerant of insects. Healthy soil is a…
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Lawns need water to be green and healthy, but too much or too little can cause damage. If you run your sprinkler system all night long, the lawn can develop diseases. If you only use the sprinkler infrequently and for short periods of time, the lawn will have shallow roots, which can lead to problems in hot weather. Here are some tips to make sure your lawn gets the right amount of water.Rainfall usually…
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