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When is the Best Time to Lay Sod in Michigan?
Published on Thursday, September 16, 2021
Any property owner would be excited to lay the groundwork for a better, healthier, more beautiful lawn. Laying sod is a great way to do that. But, before you get too excited, make sure you are planning on laying your sod at the time of the year that will allow for optimum grass root establishment and growth. The best time of year to lay sod in Michigan is in the fall and the second best time is in the spring. No matter what you do, never lay sod in the summer!
Why should you lay sod in the ...
How to Care For Your Sod after Installation
Published on Sunday, August 29, 2021
Property owners in Macomb, MI often have many questions after installing sod. These questions usually pertain to what to expect from the new turf and are often more pronounced within the first few days of transitioning to a new sod lawn.
From installation day until a month later, caring for your sod requires a lot of time and energy. But if you install and water your sod on arrival, keep it well-watered for the first month, adhere to certain mowing guidelines, and remember to ...
Mosquito Control FAQ's
Published on Tuesday, August 24, 2021
Mosquitoes are some of the most annoying insects to deal with. They take over your property and can make it difficult
to enjoy gatherings with friends and family outdoors. Even worse, mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting diseases
to humans and pets each year. Sometimes it seems like no matter how much swatting you do or repellent you wear,
it's still difficult to keep mosquitoes under control.
Professional mosquito control programs are the most effective solution to...
SIMA Award
Published on Sunday, August 15, 2021
This year, the Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) held its 24th annual Snow & Ice Symposium awards program. SIMA is a North American trade association for the snow and ice management industry. They strive to offer educational resources as well as recognize individuals and companies who are dedicated to the industry.
Our very own Josh Denean of Big Lakes Lawncare was named a recipient of the Alan Steiman Symposium Scholarship. The recipients of this award are first-time Symposium...
Grass or Lawn Weeds - How to Identify the Grassy Weeds in Your Lawn
Published on Sunday, August 08, 2021
Even the most well-maintained lawns can be hosts to pervasive weeds that are tough to control. Managing and preventing weed growth can become more complicated if the weeds have an uncanny resemblance to your grass. It is vital to identify the differences between your grass and unwanted weeds, so you can take action and get professional weed control services early on.
Essentially, healthy grass has a rich, dark green color with no bare spots. On the other hand, weeds can be shiny, hairy, and...
3 of the Most Common Lawn Insects in Michigan
Published on Thursday, July 29, 2021
Michigan is home to many species of insects. While many of them are harmless, there are some insects that are known to cause damage to lawns. Three common lawn insects you should watch out for are chinch bugs, sod webworms, and lawn grubs. These insects can cause various types of damage including leaving brown patches on your lawn, killing your grass blades, and destroying the roots of your turf, just to name a few.
Continue reading to learn more about what these insects look like, what kind ...
Drainage Solutions: Should You Install a Dry Creek Bed or a French Drain?
Published on Saturday, July 24, 2021
While both French drains and dry creek beds are excellent drainage solutions, they vary in price, aesthetics, and more, so it's important to consider which option would be most beneficial for your property. Dry creek beds are great for large-scale drainage problems, are most common in landscaping projects, and add a beautiful decor element to any property. French drains are often used to divert water flow from a lawn or home and can be almost invisible to the naked eye. Dry creek beds...
How Long Do You Have To Wait Before Walking on Newly Installed Sod?
Published on Tuesday, July 20, 2021
One of the perks of sod is that you can get a beautiful new lawn much quicker than if you were to use seeds to grow your new lawn. Since it is pregrown grass, sod is often referred to as an "instant lawn" because you can enjoy the look of a lush, green lawn on the day of installation. However, the sod will still need time to establish itself into your soil before you walk on it or use it normally. We recommend that you wait about a month to walk on your new lawn and about 2 months to...
What nutrients are in our fertilizer?
Published on Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Most property owners know that fertilizers are essential in order for their turf to be at its best health. All fertilizer treatments make use of three primary nutrients that all grass needs to thrive: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. There are other nutrients that should also be present in fertilizers, such as calcium, magnesium, and sulfur, however, they are only needed in smaller quantities.
Each major nutrient has a big role to play in proper grass growth and health including:...
5 Amazing Summer Blooms You'll Find in Michigan
Published on Wednesday, July 07, 2021
Increasing your curb appeal is enough reason to start the search for the most amazing flowers your region has to offer. Summer-blooming flowers are an excellent addition to any landscape, especially when you obtain those that produce a stunning display of colors that is nothing short of glorious when in full bloom.
Five summer blooms in Michigan that you might want to consider are bright eyes, tomato soup coneflower, orange garden lily, snow lady, and bubblegum blast. Continue reading to...
