Maryland summers have a tendency toward warmer temperatures, humidity, and plenty of thunderstorms. With the recent flash flood warnings (two in one week in July 2019), a few of us may have experienced some more-than-desired water on the lawn. In… Read More
Archive for the ‘Lawn Care’ Category
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Turf Fungus and How to Get Rid of It
Just like any plant in the garden, your turf—that is, the grass on your lawn—needs its care. Grass can get diseased, and when this happens, crabgrass may fall lower on the spectrum of perplexing landscape concerns. So, what is “turf… Read More
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How To Control Crabgrass In Your Lawn This Summer
Beautiful, warm weather is finally upon us! While this is great for gardening and spending more time outdoors, it’s also ideal weather for weeds like crabgrass to grow. If left unchecked, crabgrass can take over your lawn and suffocate your… Read More
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Tips For Keeping Your Grass Green and Healthy
When most people picture their perfectly landscaped yard, it includes a beautiful, lush, green lawn. However, there are a lot of factors that can stand in the way of that dream. Too little or too much water, sun, or maintenance… Read More
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What to Consider Before Adding Trees To Your Landscape
As the weather warms up and summer approaches, maintaining your landscape is probably at the top of your list when it comes to maintenance chores. Perhaps you want to add something new to your landscape to spice it up a… Read More
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4 Grass Types For Your Maryland Home
That old saying about the grass being greener on the other side may actually be true if your neighbor has a different grass type than you do. Many people assume that all grass is the same, but there are many… Read More
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4 Essential Spring Lawn Care Tools
It’s time to start spring landscape maintenance, and it’s crucial to have the right tools to get the job done! Before you make any plans to start cleaning your lawn this season, check out our guide to ensure you have… Read More
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Controlling Weeds In Your Lawn This Spring
You are likely very familiar with weeds in your lawn and garden, as they are a common challenge for most homeowners. Even the best gardeners who maintain their landscape all year long may deal with persistent weeds. However, there are… Read More
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What To Do About Lawn Grubs In The Spring
As you start working on your garden in preparation for spring, you may come across lawn grubs in your soil. The C-shaped, white grubs are the larvae of scarab beetles, and feed on plant roots and decaying organic matter. While… Read More
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The Proper Ground Temperature For Your Lawn And Why It Matters
You might be aware that there are different types of grass seed available on the market. You might even have noticed that there is cold weather versus warm weather grass types; but do you know how temperature can affect the… Read More