Why is Moss Growing in My Lawn? Oct 8, 2020 Moss can be a sign of an unhealthy lawn. Read to see why moss grows in the lawn, and ways to keep it from appearing. Continue reading
Easy Steps for Getting Rid of Thatch Jul 21, 2020 Is thatch causing your grass to turn brown? Learn the tips and tools you need to dethatch your browning lawn and get it back to health. Continue reading
Protect Your Lawn from Disease & Damaging Insects During the Summer Months Jul 14, 2020 Insects and diseases can wreak havoc on even the most well-cared-for lawn. Learn how you can fend off the damage of these unwanted visitors. Continue reading
5 Tips to Get Your Lawn Off to a Good Start this Spring Feb 8, 2017 lawn care If winter's harsh cold and snow have taken a toll on your lawn, follow these steps to give your lawn it's best start. Continue reading
Voles and Moles: Gardening in Rodent Territory Aug 25, 2016 voles, moles Do you know the difference between moles and voles? We’ll help you identify the culprit in your yard and offer ways to control these pests and the damage they do. Continue reading
Lawn Damage From Ice Melt Products Jan 31, 2014 ice melt, lawn damage As the snow melts in late winter or spring, watch for potential damage to the lawn from ice melt products containing salt and follow our tips for dealing with salt damaged grass. Continue reading
Recovering From Snow Mold Damage Jan 28, 2014 snow mold Snow mold disease leaves matted patches in your lawn after winter snow melts. Here are steps you can take to help your lawn recover. Continue reading
Is Your Lawn Looking a Little Ragged? Jul 18, 2013 lawn disease, summer With the onset of hot, humid summer weather in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic region lawns become susceptible to a disease called brown patch. Learn more about this disease and how to manage it in your lawn. Continue reading
How to Fix Dead Patches in the Lawn Jul 3, 2013 lawn damage, dead grass Patchy dead spots can come from all sorts of directions, including fungal diseases, animal and grub damage, heat and drought. Follow these steps to successfully repair dead patches in your lawn. Continue reading
New Year. New Lawn. Jan 2, 2013 lawn damage, lawn repair If your lawn is more battleground than backyard retreat, it’s time to dig in. Lawn repair may not be as difficult as you think. Continue reading
Smoothing Out Holes and Dips in the Yard Jun 15, 2010 holes, lawn care Have you noticed the mower taking a few bounces as you go over the lawn? Steps can be taken to smooth out your travels across the yard. Continue reading
Spots on Leaves Signal Disease Jun 15, 2010 lawn disease The spots before your eyes on grass leaves can be a concern. Proper diagnosis, and treatment, if necessary will give you peace of mind if steps are taken as warranted. Continue reading
Brown Spots or Red Patches May Signal Lawn Disease Jul 10, 2007 lawn disease A lawn that’s anything but a shade of green is not well. Dollar spot and Red thread are a two fungal problems that this article helps to identify and treat. Continue reading
Tips for Summer Lawn Care Jul 10, 2007 summer, lawn care While the lawn may go dormant in summer, turn your attention from fertilization to other lawn care needs. Continue reading
Snow Molds Create Spots in the Lawn Apr 26, 2007 lawn disease Here are some steps you can take to help prevent these unsightly molds occurring in your home lawn. Continue reading
Preventing Thatch in Lawns Dec 22, 2006 aeration, lawn care Learn how to control thatch which causes thinning and makes the lawn more susceptible to disease and weeds. Continue reading
Voles and Moles in the Lawn Dec 21, 2006 moles, voles, grub control Voles and moles have little in common other than a presence in lawns, learn how to identify and control them. Continue reading
Tips to Control Grubs in the Lawn Dec 14, 2006 grub control Grubs can be a recurring problem in the lawn. Get some tips to control this pest. Continue reading