TifTuf Bermuda
Bermuda Grass Vs. Crabgrass: Can You Tell the Difference?
There are plenty of similarities between Bermuda grass and Crabgrass. For instance, they both grow quickly, dominate other plants, and can overwhelm your lawn if left unchecked. However, Bermuda grass, if controlled and maintained, makes for a beautiful, thick, and attractive lawn. Alternatively, Crabgrass is never considered a desirable turf. So when it comes to…
Read MoreCool Season vs. Warm Season Grasses
When you research different types of turf, one of the first observations you might make is that some grasses are termed cool season while others are warm season. In fact, these are two broad categories that horticulturalists and turf growers use to describe almost any turf variety. But don’t be fooled by the name. For…
Read MoreHow to Keep Field Mice Out of Your Lawn
Field mice can really mess up your lawn. First, no one wants to see mice skittering around under their bare feet as they enjoy your luscious green turf. Second, these rodents can ruin your lawn with their holes. Third, if you have a nearby garden, these field mice can eat your veggies and contaminate your…
Read MoreHow to Aerate Your TifTuf Bermudagrass Lawn
It’s almost time to aerate your TifTuf Bermudagrass lawn. It’s something you see on professional lawns all the time. From pro sports to high school soccer fields, spring is marked by a bunch of little rounds of dirt scattered across a grassy expanse. But what about the lawn just outside your home? Do you really…
Read More5 Tips for a Healthy Lawn
It’s what every homeowner dreams of: a perfect, healthy lawn. A great lawn sets off your home’s facade beautifully or makes the perfect setting for a backyard escape. So what are those magic tips for that coveted healthy lawn? Luckily for you, it isn’t rocket science! Growing a thick, healthy, green lawn takes some time…
Read MoreGrowing a Drought-Tolerant Lawn
A lush, green lawn can be the crown jewel of your property. But what happens when drought strikes? In today’s world of increasingly unpredictable weather and tightening water regulations, how can you ensure a green lawn? The key is learning to grow a drought-tolerant lawn that will look great no matter the weather. How do…
Read MoreControlling Broadleaf Weeds in Your Lawn
Keeping your lawn free of weeds is the holy grail of lawn care. After all of the effort you put into growing a beautiful lawn, the last thing you want is a few stray weeds ruining your perfect turf. Unfortunately, broadleaf weeds are some of the hardest weeds to beat. No single method will take…
Read MoreTreating Your Lawn After Rain Damage
Spring so far has been unusually wet. All that rain may be a boon to our reservoirs and water sports enthusiasts. But it’s a bit too much of a good thing for our lawns. The right rain at the right time helps your lawn green up in the spring without extra irrigation. But too much…
Read More7 Tips for a Sustainable Lawn
Today more than ever, homeowners are thinking about how to maintain a sustainable lawn. It should come as no surprise that the traditional turf lawn does no favors to the environment. In the eastern part of the United States, 30% of all water use goes to irrigating residential lawns. On the west coast, that number…
Read More5 Lawn Care Myths
There are a lot of myths floating around about lawn care. It’s likely that you’ve heard a number of them. But how can you tell which information is true and which information is just a myth? We have gathered some information for you on some of the more common lawn care myths. 1. You should…
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