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When to Trim & Prune Your Plants in Michigan
Published on Thursday, June 02, 2022
Most property owners here in Michigan know that regularly trimming and pruning their plants is important. However, many of them are unsure of the best times of year to trim and prune their plants. You should be pruning your plants about once a year, but when you decide to prune them depends on what kind of plants you have. You can trim your plants every six weeks or whenever you notice that they could use a pick-me-up. It's best to contact a professional to trim and prune your plants so it...
Why Should My Lawn be Mowed Every Week in Michigan?
Published on Monday, May 30, 2022
There’s not much that matches the vibrant beauty of a freshly cut lawn. There are a lot of different factors that contribute to this picturesque lawn, but one of the most important practices to follow is to regularly mow your lawn. In Michigan, you should mow your lawn every week throughout the growing season to keep it looking pristine. In addition to maintaining your property’s curb appeal, a freshly cut lawn will keep your grass healthy and will deter insects from infesting it....
Save Your Trees From Japanese Beetles by Stopping Them at the Source
Published on Wednesday, May 25, 2022
With the warm and dry summer months in Michigan comes the inevitable threat of Japanese beetles. However, you can get ahead of this threat and save yourself the headache! Japanese beetles are born as grubs, hatching and then living beneath your lawn and munching on its roots. Eventually, they emerge from the lawn as fully grown Japanese beetles and begin feasting on your trees. Luckily, there are preventative grub control treatments available that will stop grubs before they ever reach the ...
Here's Why You Should Never Attempt DIY Plant Pruning
Published on Sunday, May 22, 2022
Throughout the year in Michigan, your trees and shrubs are bound to need pruning as they grow – however, resist the urge to attempt DIY pruning. While it may seem simple enough, not all plants can be pruned at the same time of year, and pruning at an inopportune time can do more harm than good for your plant's health. It's also very easy to get ahead of yourself and over-prune a plant, stunting its growth and making it susceptible to disease. Plants have certain branches that ...
4 Lawn Diseases to Watch Out for in Michigan
Published on Thursday, May 19, 2022
It is important to stay vigilant and act as soon as you see the early signs of lawn disease. If left unchecked, these diseases can spread and then turn your once pristine lawn into one that is struggling to stay green. In order to catch turf diseases in their early stages, you should be aware of what signs to look out for. In Michigan, there are four common lawn diseases that you should know about: dollar spot, red thread, necrotic ring spot, and snow mold. Keep reading to learn how to identify ...
When Can You Let Your Pet on the Lawn After a Fertilization Treatment?
Published on Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Fertilization treatments for your lawn are extremely beneficial to keep them healthy. However, fertilizers can be toxic to your pets, and we know they are part of your family and you want to keep them healthy as well. If your turf is regularly receiving fertilization treatments, your pets need to stay away from your lawn for a specific amount of time to ensure they won't consume the chemicals.
The time window depends on the type of fertilizer your lawn is receiving. Liquid and granular...
Why You Need to Remove Weeds From Your Landscape Beds
Published on Friday, May 13, 2022
Weeds popping up in landscape beds is a common occurrence here in Michigan. At first, they may seem innocuous, but there are several reasons you should remove them from your landscape beds as soon as you come across them. For one, weeds bring down the curb appeal of your landscape beds. But that’s not all, weeds will weaken your other plants by stealing nutrients from them. If left alone, weeds will continue to grow and spread, and they could even make their way out onto your lawn,...
Here's Why Skipping Preventative Grub Control This Year is a Big Mistake
Published on Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Grubs are the larval form of beetles and can cause a lot of expensive damage to your lawn. Many property owners here in Michigan don't realize how severely grubs can damage their grass and often skip out on preventative grub control treatments entirely. However, this is a big mistake for a few reasons; firstly, you won't know that your lawn is infested with grubs until it starts dying. Secondly, it takes a lot of time, attention, and money to nurse your lawn back to health...
Should You Fertilize Your Lawn in The Summer in Michigan?
Published on Thursday, May 05, 2022
The weather is starting to warm up here in Michigan, meaning it's time to start preparing your lawn for the upcoming summer stress period. Your grass needs a steady supply of essential nutrients to survive the summer, and the best way to provide them with those nutrients is with granular fertilizer treatments. By fertilizing your lawn in the summer, you're giving your grass the strength and support it needs to survive the hot summer temperatures and make it to the fall. You should aim...
Leaving Debris on Your Lawn is More Harmful for Your Grass Than You Think
Published on Monday, May 02, 2022
Fallen leaves, twigs, and other debris are common to have on your lawn, especially during the fall here in Michigan. It can be pretty easy to turn the other cheek when it comes to having a messy lawn. However, leaving excess debris on your lawn does more than just lower your curb appeal. Debris smothers your grass and blocks sunlight, water, and essential nutrients from reaching it. Debris also attracts various critters to your lawn and harbors pest infestations. Leaving excess debris on...
