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3 Methods for Keeping Weeds Out of Your Landscape Beds
Published on Monday, April 04, 2022
Weeds can be a real nuisance in Michigan if they take over your landscape beds. That's because they not only take up space that is intended for your plants, but they also will compete with your plants for nutrients. However, there are 3 effective methods that you can use to keep weeds out of your landscape beds. If small weeds are just starting to take over your landscape beds, stopping them through spot spraying with a herbicide is effective.
For larger weeds, hand pulling is...
3 Early Spring Weeds to Keep Your Eye Out for in Michigan
Published on Monday, March 28, 2022
Weeds that thrive in early spring like purple deadnettle, common chickweed, and shepherd's purse can really hamper the start of the year. These weeds spread by seed and can detract from your curb appeal, making them a real headache for property owners in Michigan.
Post-emergent herbicides will eliminate them from your lawn, but it's still best to invest in preventative measures with pre-emergent weed control so you don't have to deal with them in the first place. However, you...
Why Nitrogen Is So Important to Have In Your Spring Fertilizer
Published on Monday, March 21, 2022
Spring fertilizer is crucial since it helps your lawn come out of dormancy on the right foot. Ensuring your fertilization treatments in the spring have nitrogen will go a long way in keeping your turf in great health throughout the year. That's because nitrogen in fertilizers is responsible for producing chlorophyll, the pigment that makes your grass green and helps it turn energy into food.
The correct amount of nitrogen in the spring also assists your turf in emerging from winter...
4 Ways to Reduce the Number of Mosquitoes Swarming Your Property
Published on Thursday, March 17, 2022
No one wants mosquitoes to make themselves at home on their property, but preventing it can seem mystifying. We've gathered four tips to help deter mosquitos in and around Macomb, MI so that you can enjoy your time outdoors unhindered by pesky bug bites! The first and second rules of thumb are to always clean up leaves and debris around your property and in your gutters. Debris in those areas can provide a perfect nesting place for mosquitoes looking to lay eggs! Third,...
Is Your Spruce Tree Suffering From Needle Cast Disease?
Published on Sunday, March 13, 2022
Over the years, spruce trees in our area of Michigan may encounter several different types of health threats, not the least of which is needle cast disease. You can identify this disease most easily by the spruce needles becoming discolored and eventually turning brown. When you notice this, it's imperative that you call a professional team ASAP to eradicate the disease before it does more harm to your spruce tree. Regular fertilizer treatments will help nurse your spruce tree back to...
Did Your Lawn Surprise You With Snow Mold This Year? Here's What to Do
Published on Wednesday, March 09, 2022
Once the snow melts in Michigan, we're ready to see our beautiful green lawns come alive again – but sometimes, we get the nasty surprise of snow mold instead. Don't panic! Typically, grass will recover on its own with a little TLC, so give it some time. After a few weeks, if your grass still is looking lackluster, call a professional to assess the situation and create a recovery plan for your lawn. To prevent seeing the same thing next year, proper preparation in the fall is ...
What Is Core Aeration & Does Your Lawn Actually Need It?
Published on Tuesday, March 01, 2022
You have likely heard the term "core aeration" before, but might not be familiar with exactly what it is or how your lawn could benefit from it. So what is core aeration? This lawn care service involves loosening up the ground by removing plugs of soil from your turf. The result is a lawn with access to vital nutrients necessary for healthy growth! It is beneficial to all types of grasses, especially to the cool-season grass types we have in Michigan. This service should be...
The Ultimate Spring Checklist for Lawn Care & Maintenance
Published on Sunday, February 27, 2022
When spring finally arrives, your lawn will need proper care and maintenance to get started on the right foot. The first step in this will be to schedule a spring cleanup, ridding your lawn of any lingering winter debris that could be smothering grass beneath it. Next, you'll want to be sure you're enrolled in a fertilizer and weed control program that can keep weeds from stealing nutrients from your grass! Keep an eye out for lawn diseases that typically show up in spring (like snow...
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...
