Come summer and you want to spend more time enjoying your outdoor space. But the presence of mosquitos can be a big deterrent, pushing you back inside the safe confines of your home. These pesky, blood-sucking creatures are a big annoyance as they come swarming to their next meal, i.e., you!  What’s worse is that beyond the irritation and itch from their nasty bites, mosquitos are known carriers of viruses and diseases, some of which can be deadly like West Nile virus, Zika virus, and malaria. 

Chinch bugs, white beetles, mosquitoes, flies, ticks, ants, mole crickets…and the list goes on! Yes, we’re talking about the many insects that may be present on your lawn throughout the warm months that lie ahead. Most of these pesky insects can create unsightly brown patches and dead grass to ruin the look of your lawn. They can also make it challenging for you, your family, pets, and friends to enjoy your outdoor space. That’s why it’s important to take preventative insect control measures and keep these insects at bay, ensuring that your lawn remains healthy. 

As May arrives, the days become noticeably warmer and longer. It’s a refreshing change from the long, frigid winter months. Your lawn regains much of its lush green appearance during this time. However, the spring season also brings with it weeds that were dormant during the winter months. If not checked in time, these weeds can invade your lawn and compete for essential nutrients, hindering its growth. Below are some useful tips on how to contain them.

Maintaining your lawn’s appearance is undoubtedly important, but it’s crucial to avoid watering it immediately after the winter season ends. The soil is typically cool and damp during this time, and over- watering it can harm the developing grass roots. Instead, it’s recommended to wait until the Memorial Day weekend before turning on your sprinkler system, unless the weather becomes and stays hot and dry prior to that. Read further recommendations provided by our lawncare experts to help you create a customized watering schedule that caters to your lawn’s unique requirements.

Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the warm weather outdoors after a harsh winter spell. For a true garden aficionado, spring also means the time to transition your lawn from a near-barren winter bed to a vibrant green paradise. Here are some tips that will help ensure that your lawn stays healthy and thrives in the upcoming warm weather.

Every homeowner wants a lush green lawn that is healthy, pest-free, and attractive. But to keep it at its best, it needs to be fed the right amount of nutrients at the right time. Over-fertilizing your lawn causes nitrogen and salt levels to rise, eventually killing your grass. However, under-fertilizing can deprive it of essential nutrients and cause barren patches, more weed growth, and an increase in pests. 

After a frigid winter, we all look forward to the pleasant and warmer springtime. And why not?  Spring is when the earth breathes life into tiny seedlings. We plan picnics, barbeque, get-togethers, or just enjoying quiet relaxation in our backyards. But the pleasant weather also brings with it some unwelcome guests, a.k.a., insects and bugs. Mosquitoes love buzzing around in the same backyard you might be lounging in, trying to find their next meal of the day—you! What can you do to drive out these pesky intruders? Let’s find out below.

You did it! You’ve made one of your biggest purchases – your first home! Now, make it truly yours by giving it the love and attention it deserves. Just like decorating your interiors as per your aesthetic sensibilities, you can do the same with your home’s exterior. Growing flowering plants and perennials is a nice way to beautify your yard, but installing and maintaining your lawn requires a bit more skill, time, and effort. Our team has compiled some useful tips to get you started.

The northeastern winters across the United States are known to be harsh. All the states in this part of the country experience their fair share of winter storms. Hardy eastern white pine trees dot the many streets, and the lawns are covered with cool season grasses. The most common grass types include Kentucky bluegrass, fescue, and ryegrass.