Questions About Spring…in January

Here’s a couple of issues that will help you prepare your lawn, come spring, for a weed-free and beautiful summer.

Even in the midst of winter, a cold snap, and near-zero temperatures, it’s not too early to think about spring, your lawn, and how to deal with issues that will ensure your best growing season ever, come 2010!

For those who like to feed the birds, there is a general concern among some about how to deal with unwanted germination of uneaten seeds that show up along with spring’s warm weather. After all, the birds don’t eat everything, and yes, you can have sunflowers and thistles as a result of your generosity.

Well there is a simple answer. One easy-to-administer application of a spring broadleaf herbicide is all it takes to cure the problem. In fact, you don’t even need professional lawn service. There are a number of over-the-counter products available that will easily take care of unwanted greenery left behind by the birds. If you have a question, feel free to call the experts at Ever-Green.

And here’s something you might plan for now that will help your lawn stay “greener” and “healthier” all summer. Refer to the accompanying photo above, showing the results of spring aeration…that is, “plugging” your lawn to create holes that help get moisture, nutrients and even oxygen to the roots. They fill in quickly, and as a cultural practice it’s one of the best things you can do combat compaction and uneven growth. It’s quick, it’s affordable, and an Ever-Green consultant can easily explain the additional benefits. Give us a call.

In the meantime, enjoy the time you have to plan for another green and growing season. That’s what we’re doing, and the more the merrier. Happy New Year…from Ever-Green Turf and Landscape!