Fall is considered the best time to overseed a lawn because the soil temperature is still warm enough to promote seed germination, while cooler air temperatures reduce weed competition and pest activity, allowing new grass seedlings to establish themselves more effectively before winter arrives; this results in a thicker, healthier lawn come spring. Here’s why fall is […]
How to Care for Your Lawn When It’s Really Hot
Summer Lawn Care – It’s tough during hot, sunny summer weather to keep your lawn looking green and healthy. It’s a challenge, but you can maintain the lawn you worked hard to establish this spring, even through the summer heat. Here are a few key strategies: Water Wisely In the heat, water your lawn deeply […]
8 Mulch Do’s & Don’ts
Who doesn’t love mulching?! Many people don’t realize that mulch also offers many practical benefits in addition to the aesthetic improvements it makes in your yard. Unfortunately, making some of the common mistakes when you mulch can keep your soil and plants from reaping its benefits. Benefits of Mulching There are several ways mulch works […]
Fall Lawncare Checklist
Fall Lawncare – It’s almost time to say farewell to lawn care for this year, but not just yet! This time of year is actually ideal for several lawn care tasks that will help your lawn get through the winter and look it’s best right away in the spring. Here’s what you need to do […]
Why You Should Aerate Your Lawn this Fall
The fall is the best time to aerate the soil in your lawn. It gives grass roots the boost they need to recover after the drying summer heat, and get prepared for robust spring growth. Why It Is So Important to Aerate Over time, lawn soil gets compacted. As you would imagine, compacted soil inhibits […]