Reasons to mulch anytime of the year
Reasons to mulch 1. Weed control 2. Retains moisture for plants 3. Keeps plants cool in the summer and warm in the winter 4. Prevents your soil from running off…
Lawn Health
While fungus naturally occurs in grass and can be harmless, certain conditions can cause these fungi to become harmful diseases to your grass. Weather conditions, especially temperature and humidity, can…
Black Spot Fungus
Diplocarpon rosae, or black spot fungus does not just affect roses. This fungus can affect any plant in your garden that has fleshy leaves or stems. Identifying this fungus should…
Crab Grass and Other Lawn Invaders
Some weeds thrive in the hot months of summer when our lawns are at their weakest. Most desirable turfs use seeds that do well in the cooler months of the…
Trimming Spring Growth
Now that spring flowers have stopped blooming and the new growth has come out, it’s time to trim back the shrubs. This is mostly for aesthetics, but it also helps…
Rust Fungus
Grass Rust fungus is a common problem in the fall. This occurs most often when there are dry periods of weather or the grass is low on nitrogen. The spores…
Chlorosis
Our designers and estimators have been noticing that birches and maple trees have been affected by leaf chlorosis. Chlorosis is a yellowing of the leaves with dark green veins. This…
Spraying for Weeds in the Fall
If you want to have a great lawn next year, the time to spray for weeds is the fall. Weeds start to grow in the fall, then go dormant over…
5 Ways to Help Your Lawn Thrive
1. Feed Your Lawn Regularly Your lawn processes nutrients within 6-8 weeks, so fertilizing it once a year is not enough! Keeping a schedule of every 4-6 weeks will keep…