Maryland’s Nutrient Management Regulations require applicators to obey fertilizer application restrictions, observe fertilizer blackout dates, use best management practices, and follow University of Maryland recommendations when fertilizing lawns. Nitrogen applications are restricted to the growing season, March 1 to November… Read More
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Lawn Care in August: Prepare Your Property for Fall & Winter
As August winds down, your mind starts turning to fall and all that comes with it. You may believe that your lawn care is less of a priority as summer closes. However, August is one of the most important months… Read More
Soil Testing for a Beautiful Lawn
Soil testing is an essential part of maintaining a beautiful lawn and staying informed of your landscape’s health. Soil tests provide a clear idea of your soil’s nutrient status and pH, which can lead you to the best practices for… Read More
Make Sure You Have These Lawn Care Tools Before Spring
Maintaining a beautiful, healthy lawn can be done with the help of an experienced team of professionals, but day-to-day maintenance depends on the homeowner. To ensure that your lawn receives the care it needs and that your professional treatments are… Read More
The Benefits of Fall Fertilization
If you are eager to create a gorgeous lawn that stays healthy season after season, you will want to make sure you schedule fall fertilization. While it may not seem essential to fertilize your lawn in the season before dormancy,… Read More
4 Reasons to Schedule a Spring Lawn Tune-Up
If your busy life has caused you to neglect your spring lawn maintenance in the past, now is the time to bring in some help to move forward making yours the healthiest lawn possible. Hiring professionals to provide a spring… Read More
General Guidelines for Lawn Maintenance
The common causes of poor lawns are: Poorly adapted species or cultivar(s) Improper time of planting seed Improper use of fertilizers and lime Poor watering practices or poorly drained soils Too much traffic or compaction of soil Mowing the lawn… Read More
Make Plans Today To Prep Your Lawn For Spring
Proper year-round lawn care is essential to maintain a healthy lawn that always looks its best. The changing of the seasons is always a key time for lawn care, and the transition from winter to spring is the most critical… Read More
A Complete Guide to Preparing Your Landscape For Winter
Do you dread the effect of harsh winter weather on your lawn, trees and shrubs? The dry winds, ice, and snow that come with winter don’t have to damage your trees and shrubs this year. In fact, there are many… Read More
How to Turn Yellow Grass Green Again
If you notice your beautiful green grass showing yellowish patches, a few factors may be causing this discoloration. Turf diseases, soil and surface feeding insects such as grubs and armyworms, and improper lawn care may cause this particular lawn issue…. Read More
The Potential Effects of Snow on Your Lawn
Although your lawn is dormant during the winter and enjoying some much-needed rest, winter weather and other factors may still affect your lawn. An abundance of snow, in particular, can potentially lead to unique consequences. It helps to be aware… Read More
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Lawn
While many people may make personal new year’s resolutions, you can also set some for your home and lawn. There are often many ways homeowners can improve their lawn’s health and boost their landscape’s appearance in the next year. Making… Read More