From St. Augustine and fescue to buffalo and bermuda, it's not uncommon for lawn grasses to develop brown spots during the summer. As the temperature rises, lawns become stressed and, therefore, often die in certain areas. Granted, heat-stressed lawns may return to their normal, healthy state … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2019
Will Fertilizing a Tree Help It Grow?
Trees are an important element of an attractive landscape. They introduce a new color to enhance your home's curb appeal while also creating shade and, therefore, lowering your home's cooling costs during the summer. But just because you plant a new tree, there's no guarantee that it will grow … [Read more...]
Should I Prune Dead Tree Branches?
It's not uncommon for tree branches to decay and die. Even if the trunk and the rest of the canopy is healthy, one or more branches may already be dead. As a result, you might be wondering whether you should prune dead tree branches or simply leave them in place. While tree branches can die … [Read more...]
5 Innovative Uses for Pine Straw
Is your landscape covered in pine straw? Also known as pine needles, pine straw is essentially the adult leaves of a pine tree. They grow together in bundles called fascicles, with a typical fascicle containing about two to six individual needles. While you can always rake and dispose of fallen … [Read more...]