Removing Thatch and Weeds From Lawn

The first step to lawn restoration is to remove any thatch buildup.  Thatch is un-decomposed stems and roots that accumulate near the soil surface.  Dig up a small, triangular-shaped plug of turf several inches deep.  If the spongy layer above the soil is more than ¾- to 1-inch thick when you compress it, it is Read more…

Overseeding Southern Lawns for Winter Color

Why Overseed? Warm-season grasses have a major drawback for homeowners—their color disappears when winter arrives! To have green grass in winter, some southerners overseed their lawns using cool-season grasses, such as fine fescue, bluegrass, or ryegrass. How Does It Work? These annual cool-season grasses find a hospitable habitat among the dormant southern grasses and then Read more…

What to Wear for Pest & Weed Control

Whether you’re using insecticides and herbicides derived from botanical, biological, or synthetic materials, take all basic precautions, including the use of goggles, disposable dust masks (for pesticide dust), and tight-fitting respirators when using liquid sprays.  Use National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) approved respirators containing activated charcoal cartridges that filter pesticide vapors from Read more…

Common Lawn Weeds

If you’re wondering what those plants are growing in your grass and what to do about them, you’re in the right place. Here, we’ll cover some of the most common weeds in lawns and how to eliminate them. Annual Bluegrass (Poa annua) Annual bluegrass is one of the most common types of grass weeds. This Read more…

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