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Somehow it’s almost Halloween again, and it’s time to start thinking about protecting your lawn from the feet of trick-or-treaters, while ensuring the safety of those spooky visitors. You can work toward both of those…

In small numbers, leaves in the process of breaking down provide grass with useful nutrition. However, if there are any trees on your property, fall brings fallen leaves in more serious quantities. A mat of…

A Happy Dog in a Healthy Lawn Many people enjoy both the companionship of a dog and the aesthetics of a well-maintained lawn, but combining the two can go badly for both. Fortunately, there are…

Watering your lawn appropriately is important any time of year when grass is not dormant, but it’s crucial during our region’s summers. Here’s a quick review of best watering practices that will help you keep…

In our part of the country, spring is usually the wettest part of the year.  That may not be saying much, but those months are better for lawns than the dry summers that follow. When your…

Summer presents a specific set of lawn care challenges. You worked hard during the spring to prepare your grass for its season of maximum growth. A lot of growth means it’s healthy, but then you…

Virtually all homeowners want a lawn that is healthy and attractive – that looks cared for. Many enjoy working on their property to keep it looking its best, and even those who don’t enjoy it very…

The most common indication of a fire ant problem is one of their signature mounds. As they create underground networks of tunnels and chambers for food storage, births, and hibernation, they displace a lot of…

During the winter, even one of our mild ones, it’s unlikely that you’re giving much thought to gardening. But it won’t be long before the outdoors is calling again, and a little planning now can…

As winter goes on and we see grass and other plants becoming dry and dormant, it’s tempting to take some time away from the demands of lawn maintenance. The bad news (it’s not that bad)…