While there's still plenty of time left in the winter season, homeowners should begin preparing their lawn for the upcoming seasonal transition. Once the last winter “cold snap” has passed, temperatures will begin to rise, offering the perfect opportunity for plants and trees to emerge from … [Read more...]
How to Protect Your Lawn from Freezing
Most common grass varieties are able to withstand hot and cold temperatures. When the mercury drops too low, however, it can send them into shock. You can usually tell if your grass is suffering from frost damage by looking at the color. Cold-damaged grass tends to exhibit a brownish color while … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Healthy Fescue Grass
Fescue is one of the most popular varieties of grass in the U.S. and is used here in Central Texas as a winter grass along with rye. Classified as a genus of the plant in the Poaceae family (Pooideae subfamily), this evergreen grass variety is generally easy to grow and requires minimal … [Read more...]
5 Tips for a Greener Lawn
How do you know if a lawn is healthy? The easiest way is to check its color. Healthy lawns should possess a rich-green color with few-to-no bald spots. Unfortunately, not every homeowner has a lush-green lawn. On the contrary, many have browning lawns that are anything but green. During the … [Read more...]
Dealing with Dandelions in Your Yard
Dandelions are the bane of any home gardener or landscaper. Found in the Asteraceae family, these the flowering plants are both invasive and widespread throughout much of North America. While some people prefer dandelions due to their ability to "bring up" nutrients from deep in the soil, they … [Read more...]
How to Keep Your Yard from Getting Muddy
A little rain is great for yards. It provides grass and plants with moisture, while also washing nutrient-rich soil towards them. However, some homeowners have trouble keeping their yards mud-free. When it rains, it can erode the landscape and turn the area into a muddy mess. So, what can … [Read more...]
Fall Landscaping Tips for a Healthier Yard
There's nothing that compares to the brilliant array of colorful leaves during the fall season. As trees shed their leaves, they blanket the landscape with eye-catching tones of orange, yellow, brown and red. While visually appealing, this time of year also poses a headache for many homeowners. … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Deal with Fallen Tree Leaves
Fall is upon us, which is apparent from the scores of colorful tree leaves blanketing the ground. Although aesthetically pleasing, these fallen tree leaves can prove harmful to the underlying grass, as it blocks out the sunlight while restricting its nutritional intake. Thankfully, there are … [Read more...]
5 Signs that Your Oak Tree is Dying
Oak trees are prized among residential homeowners for their aesthetic value and durability. Technically classified as a tree or shrub in the genus Quercus, they are commonly found throughout much of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America. In fact, there are more species of oak trees in … [Read more...]
6 Reasons to Grow Trees in Your Yard
Wait before you cut down those saplings in your yard, because full-grown trees can offer some surprising benefits. Lower Cooling Expenses During Summer Trees can even save you money, especially during the "dog days" of summer. According to National Arbor Day, large deciduous plants, when … [Read more...]
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