How Are Cooler Temperatures Affecting Your Lawn?
In these times of changing weather patterns, it is quite common for overly warm spring seasons to be followed by winter-like temperatures, both of which affect plants in different ways. In particular, the warm temperatures of spring, which sometimes come early, nudge most plants, including turfgrasses, to start growing and greening. However, the increasingly cold intervals between spring and summer [...]
Autumn Aeration and Seeding Tips
We all want a bright green lawn, but after a harsh summer or winter, your turf is likely to be a little dull, thin, and patchy. Fortunately, fall is here and the cooler fall weather can create the most favorable conditions for your lawn. To revitalize your grass, consider aerating and overseeding or creating holes to plant fresh seedlings. Here [...]
How to Get Your Shrubs and Trees Ready for the End of Summer
As the summer season draws to a close, it is vital to prepare your shrubs for the fall temperatures. While the hot summer temperatures can benefit your trees and shrubs, prolonged exposure can also pose a threat to the health and performance of your plants. As such, you need to ramp up the maintenance and care of your plants to [...]
How to Repair Your Lawn After a Summer Drought
Every year, the summer comes with scorching heat and some rainfall. However, the showers that are experienced during this season normally don’t last long and the drought soon ensues. In extreme weather conditions such as these, maintaining a well-manicured lawn can undoubtedly be a complicated process. There are certain parts of the United States where drought poses a major problem [...]
How to Tell If My Lawn is Unhealthy
As we move closer to the summer, many homeowners will certainly be looking to show off their lawns and probably host a few garden parties. To get your lawn adequately green, healthy, and tidy in time for summer, you need to start preparations a few weeks before. To this end, you first need to know how to tell if your [...]
Outdoor Lighting for Your Landscape
Summer is only a few weeks away. This means we are bracing ourselves to spend more time outdoors, particularly at night after the sun goes down. Landscape lighting can make a world of a difference in setting the right mood as you relax with family and friends in your outdoor space. And with your backyard being the obvious choice for [...]