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3 Signs Your Lawn is a Victim to Grubs
Published on Friday, February 18, 2022
In Michigan, we have to stay especially vigilant against grubs when it is warm and dry from late June to August. There are a few telltale signs to look out for that could indicate that your lawn may be falling victim to grubs! If your grass can be pulled up like a carpet, that's a definite red flag and can indicate that grubs have begun to destroy the root connection. When walking across your lawn, if grubs are present, you may begin to notice that your lawn feels spongy from the root...
Protect Your Trees From Disease With Fertilization & Pruning
Published on Monday, February 07, 2022
As a property owner, you never want to see your trees contract illnesses or die. However, here in Macomb, MI, several tree-borne diseases are common. And unfortunately, adopting a wait-and-see approach often puts your trees at increased risk. This is one of the reasons many property owners in the area have begun seeking proactive measures to ensure their trees remain healthy.
Fortunately, there is a strategy that's already proven effective at keeping these tree-borne...
The Health of Your Grass & Plants Depends on These 3 Spring Tasks
Published on Tuesday, February 01, 2022
Spring is an important time of the year when it comes to your lawn. That's because this is the time that your lawn will be coming out of its winter dormancy. It's important to not skip out on the key lawn maintenance and care tasks that will prepare your lawn for the growing season that generally starts around April here in Michigan. Performing a debris cleanup will prevent your grass from being smothered and deter insects and disease from settling in the clutter. The first mow of...
Weed Control FAQ's
Published on Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Your lawn should be a sanctuary for your stunning softscapes, not for aggressive weeds that take away nutrients from your grass. An effective weed control treatment will kill existing weeds and prevent future weed growth. The timing and consistency of a weed control application play an essential role in keeping weeds at bay, as well as the mowing and watering practices you observe after applying weed control treatments. To make it easier for property owners planning to get weed control...
How Often Should You Be Fertilizing Your Lawn in Macomb, MI?
Published on Saturday, January 08, 2022
Fertilization is one of the most beneficial lawn care treatments because it supplies your lawn with the nutrients that it needs to grow healthy and strong. Most property owners in Macomb, MI are aware that regular fertilization can do wonders for the overall health and appearance of their lawn. However, what a lot of people don't know is how often they need to be fertilizing their lawn. The simple answer is that you need to be fertilizing at least three times a year, during the spring,...
Your 2022 Guide to Comprehensive Lawn Care
Published on Friday, December 31, 2021
With the end of 2021 quickly approaching, it is time for property owners everywhere to make their New Year's resolution to keep their lawns as healthy as possible. This can be achieved by adding four key treatments to your lawn care regiment: fertilization, weed control, aeration, and overseeding. Regular fertilization will ensure your lawn receives a steady supply of nutrients throughout the year. Taking control of your weeds will ensure that your grass does not have to compete with weeds...
Forgot to Schedule Fall Lawn Aeration? Here’s What You Should Do
Published on Wednesday, December 01, 2021
Ensuring your lawn is consistently receiving key nutrients from the soil is an effective way to promote healthy
growth. Core aeration is the lawn care service you need to schedule at least once a year to make sure your grass is
healthy. Typically, it's done in the fall before the winter season arrives. However, if you forgot to schedule it
in the fall, don't worry. You can still schedule core aeration in the spring and experience the same benefits that
fall aeration provides....
Snow Mold - What is it & How Do You Prevent it?
Published on Sunday, November 28, 2021
While melting snow can be pretty, it can also uncover many secrets. One of them is a lawn disease called snow mold.
This disease is caused by two types of fungi that are commonly referred to as gray and pink snow mold. This disease
will leave your lawn with patches that are covered in either a grayish or pinkish web-like coating. Cool-season
grasses are commonly affected by snow mold, but lawn care and maintenance practices can effectively prevent your grass
from falling victim to this...
3 Things You Need to Do for Your Lawn before the Snow Piles Up
Published on Sunday, November 21, 2021
Here in Macomb, MI, we get roughly 32 inches of snow per year. So, as a property owner, you can be
certain we will see ample snowfall annually. But since snowfall coincides with the busy holiday season, snow often
arrives before many property owners can prepare for it.
Don't let winter catch you off guard, make sure you properly prepare for the coming snow. Otherwise, you could
end up doing twice the work to maintain your lawn come spring. You should do three things ...
Low-Maintenance Gardens: Brought to You by Native Plants!
Published on Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Maintaining your garden doesn’t have to come with a never-ending to-do list. By using plants that are native to our area such as cardinal flowers and wild geraniums, you can easily create a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape bed. Not only will native plants make for an easier gardening experience, but mulch will as well! With native plants and a mulch ground covering on your side, you'll have an eye-catching garden with little to no effort!
The Link Between Native Plants &...
