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Ascochyta leaf blight is a fungal disease targeting grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, Ryegrass and Texas hybrid bluegrass. Ascochyta can be a big problem in lawns after a cool, wet spring followed by hot, dry summer months. Every year this stress induced fungal disease...

Lawn fertilizers are often implicated as a major source of phosphate pollution. When improperly applied, spilled onto streets, sidewalks and driveways both organic or manufactured fertilizer will pollute our groundwater, lakes and streams.

Research shows with proper app...

Mowing is defined as the mechanical removal of leaf tissue. A general rule of thumb is to cut no more than one third (1/3) of the leaf blade at each mowing. I like to mow the lawn shorter the first cut of spring and I keep it a bit longer before winter dormancy. A shor...

Organic fertilizers, are commonly processed from various animal, plant and human by-products. Organic fertilizers are comparatively low in nutrient content so they require

significantly larger volumes. Organics also have slower nutrient release rates than

Manufactured f...

Plants need essential nutrients for optimal growth and recovery. Turf grass fertilization is a key component for ideal growth and performance of the lawn.

Nitrogen (N) often gets the most attention. Nitrogen release gives the grass a vigorous growth flush when applied....

Thatch is a natural occurring layer of accumulated grass clippings, stems, roots and other decomposing matter found between growing grass and the soil under it often creating the spongy feel when walking on a thatchy lawn. 

Thatch develops when high maintenance lawns pr...

There is no ‘perfect time’ to aerate a lawn. In spring the optimal window for aeration is March through April. We do not recommend to aerate in fall as holes left by aerator may not fill in prior to winter freeze and dryness. Aeration done in fall can potentially cause...

It's time to get lawns ready for the seasons ahead. Aeration, fertilization, watering and getting mowing equipment ready is necessary for spring lawn preparation.

Aeration can open up spaces in soil for water and nutrients to get closer to the root system of grass plant...

Choosing the right type of sod to maximize performance and reduce inputs like water, fertilizers and chemical sprays will save resource, time and money.

Questions to ask:

What kind of soil, sand, clay or mix? Get hands in the dirt, feel what you'll be growing your lawn i...

What Sod is:

Sod is an Instant new lawn. Sod is grass with some soil beneath held together by its roots.

Why use sod:

Lawns have a positive reflection on the home and increasing property value. It is the lawn that ties landscapes together. Grass allows for a cool, cushion...