If your lawn has recently had to endure heavy rainfall, you may not be sure what care your lawn needs. After every extreme weather event – drought, heavy snowfall, bitter cold, and heavy rain – you must consider what specific… Read More
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The Best Lawn Care Investments You Can Make
Investing in lawn care is essential for creating a long-lasting, healthy, and attractive landscape. But what is worth investing in? This can be hard to determine, especially if you recently moved to a new property or have little experience with… Read More
Poison Ivy: Causes and Prevention
Stay safe from poison ivy this summer with the following information and tips from the Mayo Clinic Poison ivy rash is caused by an allergic reaction to an oily resin called urushiol (u-ROO-she-ol). This resin is present in the leaves,… Read More
Scientific Plant Service Is On Instagram!
Follow Scientific Plant Service on Instagram You can now follow Scientific Plant Service on Instagram at scientific_plant_service. In addition to our other social pages on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest, you can now visit us on your favorite photo-sharing app…. Read More
Broadleaf Weed Control in Established Lawns
The presence of weeds in a home lawn mar the appearance of turf, but more importantly, they compete with the desired turfgrass for water, nutrients, light, and space. Control of weeds is not by itself enough because chronically severe weed… Read More
Avoid Summer Lawn Care Mistakes
Summer is a busy time for lawn care, and while performing lawn care services is important it is very important not to make mistakes. Basic summer lawn care consists of proper watering, fertilization, mowing, pest control, and weeding your lawn… Read More
Creating a Canine Paradise: Designing Dog-Friendly Landscaping
As more homeowners embrace their furry friends as cherished family members, dog-friendly landscaping has gained significant popularity. Creating an outdoor space that accommodates both the needs of your beloved canine companion and your aesthetic preferences can be a rewarding endeavor…. Read More
Soil Testing for a Beautiful Lawn
Soil testing is an essential part of maintaining a beautiful lawn and staying informed of your landscape’s health. Soil tests provide a clear idea of your soil’s nutrient status and pH, which can lead you to the best practices for… Read More
Watering Your Lawn in Summer: The Essentials
As the days get increasingly hot and dry, it’s time to consider how you will keep your lawn hydrated. For most of the year, a lawn can receive sufficient water from rain. However, during hot, long summer days, your turf… Read More
What to Know About Dandelions in Your Lawn
Dandelions are a familiar sight every spring for many property owners. These prolific seed spreaders can grow in nearly any soil in a sunny spot but can also manage to grow in the shade. Dandelions in your lawn will produce… Read More
Lawn Mushrooms: Causes, Solutions, and Prevention
Mushrooms can grow in almost any area of your lawn, but some lawns see more mushrooms than others. What is it that causes these growths? When lawn mushrooms appear, they tell you something about your soil. Mushrooms can indicate that… Read More
How to Prepare Your Lawn for Tick and Mosquito Season
As the warm temperatures of spring and summer arrive, you should prepare your home and lawn for tick and mosquito season. These pests can pose health threats to your family and your pets and can be a nuisance that prevents… Read More