Two Good Things To Do Right Now (September)

You hear a lot of ads (or read them) about fall feeding for your lawn - the advantages, and how it allows you to enjoy better color and and seasonal growth that carry over even to next spring.  All of that is true. But there are a couple other … [Read More]

Some Words On Dandelions…

They're insufferable, and unavoidable.  We're talking about dandelions, of course, the yellow scourge of spring, currently in their full golden glory. They're fine, of course, if you're into that much yellow, but folks who value their lawns and … [Read More]

So, Why Do I Have All This Crabgrass?

It is probably the most frequent call, and the most frequently asked question since June.  "Why do I have all this crabgrass in my yard? "I got the treatment in March.  I paid good money for pre-emergent to prevent crabgrass from growing later in … [Read More]

Know What You’re Spraying…Before It’s Too Late!

It goes without saying that almost every garage of every American homeowner has at least one bottle of weed killer in it.  It's a prerequisite for having a yard,  so we're told. The fact is, that a spray bottle of Roundup (otherwise known as … [Read More]

Do You Like Your Lawn Mower…..?

It seems like a silly question to ask, but if your property and landscaping mean anything to you it's a question that you need to respect and consider.  Do you like the lawn mower you're using?  Is it something you enjoy using?  And does it make your … [Read More]

The One Big Lie About Spring Lawn Maintenance

If you're confused about when and how much to feed your lawn, especially in spring, congratulations.  A lot of retailers and lawn care services have worked very hard to put you in a state of confusion over what to buy, and when. We're talking … [Read More]

What To Do About Crabgrass…Right Now!

It is one of the annual considerations pertaining to lawn care.  That is, when, and what do I do about crabgrass?  And, will I even have it this year? Well, if you had the nasty plant officially known as Digitaria last year there's a pretty good … [Read More]

There’s Nothing Wrong With Spring Nitrogen….

Regardless of what's written, or said, or promoted on TV...there's nothing WRONG with applying spring nitrogen to your lawn. And why do we make the point? Because in recent years it's become popular, and common, for some lawn care companies … [Read More]

How Fall Mowing Can Make Your Yard Look Better All Winter

We get it.  By the time October rolls around most people are pretty tired of mowing grass, even those of us most dedicated to the look of their lawn and landscaping. You grow weary of the same spots, the same angles...the same turns of the mower … [Read More]

Advantages For Fall Seeding…

Here's why you don't want to put it off - seeding a new lawn or a renovated section of your existing lawn.  Here's why it's better to spend the time now, in the fall, to get to work instead of taking a chance on next spring. For one, you have … [Read More]

What To Do About Japanese Beetles….

You may be wondering why the foilage on your favorite schrub or tree is being devoured.  It's never happened before, you think.  So why is it happening now? Well, the problem in most Miami Valley areas this summer is simply this...Japanese … [Read More]