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Your 2022 Guide to Comprehensive Lawn Care

Your 2022 Guide to Comprehensive Lawn Care

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...
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3 Weeds Disguised as Flowers in Your Garden

3 Weeds Disguised as Flowers in Your Garden

Weeds. They hide among the beauty of the garden that you designed, spreading their seeds and growing happily. You don't mind, though, because they are pretty flowers. Or are they? Unfortunately, there are plenty of weeds that look like flowers. They rely on you being distracted by their beauty and letting them live, but don't fall for it! You want to be extra careful because weeds weaken a garden's soil and can be detrimental to the health of your plants. 3 of the most...
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Grass or Lawn Weeds - How to Identify the Grassy Weeds in Your Lawn

Grass or Lawn Weeds - How to Identify the Grassy Weeds in Your Lawn

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...
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4 Summer Weeds To Be Wary Of

4 Summer Weeds To Be Wary Of

Weeds are unwanted plants that offer no value to your lawn. They are persistent, even in the summer season. Summer weeds thrive during the hot summer months and eradicating them is vital to maintain your curb appeal. Correctly identifying summer weeds will help you pick the best course of action to get rid of them and maybe even prevent them from growing in the first place. Crabgrass and dandelion are examples of summer weeds you need to be wary of. They are invasive weeds that can take over ...
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The Dynamic Duo of Lawn Care - Fertilizer & Weed Control

The Dynamic Duo of Lawn Care - Fertilizer & Weed Control

Keeping a healthy and vibrant lawn is no easy task. You will need to ensure that it receives proper care throughout the year in order to flourish. Two services that pair perfectly together to help create beautiful and healthy lawns are fertilization treatments and weed control. Fertilizers provide your lawn with macronutrients that help it grow green and develop a robust root system. Meanwhile, weed control supports your turf by keeping weeds at bay. Keep reading to learn more about fertilizers ...
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How You Might Destroy Your Lawn This Fall

Fall is here, and with that comes some care and maintenance for your yard. Fall may seem like it’s finally time to take it easy, but ignoring your lawn this time of year might mean long-term damage.  It's important that your lawn gets all the nutrients and proper care it needs so it can survive through the winter season. Learn why fall cleanup in Michigan areas like Macomb, Shelby, and nearby areas is necessary, and the ways you can hurt your lawn if you...
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