The classic green lawn has been a staple for many years. However, it has been put under more scrutiny lately as people consider how much they input into their lawn. Water, fertilizer, and pesticide use can be managed responsibly as… Read More
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The Consequences of Cutting Your Grass Too Short
At first glance, it may seem that cutting your grass short is the best way to increase the number of days between mowing. However, that is actually not the case. Mowing your grass too short can cause a range of… Read More
What You Can Do About a Flooded Lawn and Landscape
A flooded lawn can wreak havoc on your landscape and require lots of time and money to fix. The flooding could be caused by several factors and it is very important to figure out why it is happening. If you… Read More
What You Can Do For Your Landscape in February
There are still six more weeks of winter on the calendar, but before you know it, spring will be arriving again, and your lawn and landscape needs will increase dramatically. To avoid extensive lawn and landscape care upon the arrival… Read More
7 Tips for Late Summer Lawn Care
As August and summer temperatures begin to wind down, now is the perfect time to assess your lawn and see what you can do through the rest of August to keep your turf healthy and prepared for cooler fall temperatures…. Read More
7 Steps for Recycling Grass Clippings Back Into Your Lawn
Recycling grass clippings refers to the practice of not bagging or raking up your lawn clippings. This practice offers many benefits, both practical and environmental. First, you will not need to stop to empty your mower bag every time it… Read More
How to Conserve Water While Preserving Your Landscape
During the hot summer months, homeowners can use two to four times as much household water as they normally do, just to water their lawn! But did you know that all that water use may not be necessary? You can… Read More
Your Early Summer Lawn Care To-Do List
After Memorial Day weekend, many people’s minds turn to summer. For many homeowners, this means that their lawn requires more regular attention. If you plan your lawn care tasks effectively, you can save future costs, grow a beautiful landscape, and… Read More
Preparing Your Spring Lawn Care Checklist
Year-round lawn and landscape care can make your turf strong, green, and healthy. To practice good lawn and landscape care, you should pay special attention to your soil, as this is where your turf receives its nutrients and establishes healthy… Read More
Weekly and Long-Term Lawn Care for Rain-Soaked Yards
In Maryland, rain is a year-round annoyance. While grass in the spring and summer benefits from a healthy amount of rain, when your lawn becomes saturated with water, your grass can suffer. While there are not many lawn care tasks… Read More
5 Common Lawn Care Misconceptions
Despite the variety of lawn care programs available and the development of safe lawn care practices, many people still hold misconceptions about what lawn care is and what it can do for their landscape. These lawn care misconceptions can prevent… Read More
Steps to Prepare Your Turf Type Tall Fescue Lawn for Winter
During the cold winter months, cool season grasses such as turf type tall fescue stops top growth. However, the lawn’s roots continue to grow and store carbohydrates for next summer’s growth period. There are a few critical steps you can… Read More