Many Maryland residents may have thought that the peak of mosquito season was over. Mother Nature had other plans. The recent winds of Hurricane Ida have transported swarms of Asian Tiger mosquitoes (Aedes albopictus) up from the Gulf of Mexico…. Read More
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Are Fall Armyworms Destroying Your Turf?
This August, many Maryland property owners have noticed a shocking increase in damage to their tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass turf. What is causing this sudden collapse? The tropical storm Elsa, which occurred around August 9th, may be a primary… Read More
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How to Keep Grass Green During Summer Heat
If you have worked all year to keep your grass green and beautiful, you don’t want to risk losing that due to the dog days of summer. You can get control of your lawn no matter what the temperature may… Read More
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How to Address Lawn Drainage Issues
Does your lawn flood after every rainstorm? Is your soil experiencing nutrient deficiencies due to runoff and erosion? Drainage problems can cause unnecessary damage to your lawn and completely undermine any of your landscaping efforts. Lawn drainage problems are often… Read More
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How a Healthy Lawn Benefits the Local Environment
The classic green lawn has been a staple for many years. However, it has been put under more scrutiny lately as people consider how much they input into their lawn. Water, fertilizer, and pesticide use can be managed responsibly as… Read More
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The Consequences of Cutting Your Grass Too Short
At first glance, it may seem that cutting your grass short is the best way to increase the number of days between mowing. However, that is actually not the case. Mowing your grass too short can cause a range of… Read More
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Damaging Lawn Fungi: Symptoms and Prevention
Lawn fungi can quickly undo the work you have put into your lawn. Fungi spread quickly, and once they spread across most of your lawn, they can be difficult to stop. Although many of the symptoms of fungi are similar,… Read More
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What Causes Mushroom Growth In Your Lawn
It’s a beautiful morning after a rainstorm. You look outside, and there they are: Mushrooms have sprung up overnight. Sometimes the mushrooms appear in circles known as fairy rings. Ancient lore suggested that the mushrooms appeared after fairies had danced… Read More
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Signs Of Overwatering Your Plants
We all know that plants need water to survive. However, the amount of water required to keep certain plants healthy varies. It can be tricky to find the ideal spot between overwatering and underwatering your plants. Fortunately, plants have a… Read More
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When to Apply Grub Control
Grubs are the lawn-damaging larvae of Japanese beetles, European chafers, Oriental beetles, and others. These white and C-shaped grubs feast on organic matter in your soil, including the grassroots. If your lawn has a grub problem, you will likely notice… Read More
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How to Spot and Remove Crabgrass
Lush, green lawns are what every homeowner dreams of for the summer. Unfortunately, if you did not apply a pre-emergent herbicide in the spring, your lawn is susceptible to the germination of crabgrass. While it is preferable to stop crabgrass… Read More
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Why Pond Algae Control Is Essential
Algae is often looked at as a nuisance by pond owners, but the truth is that algae can provide some essential benefits. However, when algae are left untouched, they can grow out of control and cause problems for your pond’s… Read More