All lawn care companies are not the same. Thanks to the Google, you no longer have to pull a name from a phone book, but it can still be challenging to select the best lawn care company based on a website. How do you know if the company is licensed, bonded and insured? What training do the technicians have? Are ...

What do you do before you go outdoors when the weather gets cold? Put on a jacket! Unfortunately, plants cannot throw on a jacket, so they need protection from the elements to survive the long winter. Plants are sensitive to heat and cold, just as humans are, and they require oxygen to live. Oxygen becomes harder to find and use ...

You’ve done your homework and know that your sprinkler system needs to be turned off for the winter. You don’t water to freeze and cause damage to the piping, and you want to protect and preserve the sprinkler for optimal performance next spring. But, what happens when you go to turn off your sprinkler and the system won’t shut off? ...

There are some things in life you can’t skimp by on, and your lawn is one of them. There are many homeowners looking to cut costs in order to accommodate their shrinking budgets, but when it comes to your lawn, it’s better to maintain it properly to save money in the long run. Your lawn deserves regular care and maintenance ...

We all know that grass needs water, but exactly how much does it need? Many homeowners leave this job up to Mother Nature, but if you want a great looking yard with plenty of lushness, you can’t rely on nature entirely. Understanding the various types of grass can help determine how much watering your lawn really needs to thrive. Common ...

striping effectWhen it comes to mowing your lawn, there are some standard procedures which, when followed, will lead to your  efforts being rewarded with a vibrant, healthier lawn. The following tips will help keep your lawn looking great: To encourage healthy growth, mowing your lawn once per week is a good rule of thumb, except during times of stress, like ...