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What Happens When You Fertilize Your Lawn

October 30, 2022
What Happens When You Fertilize Your Lawn

Fertilizing is critical to your lawn’s health. If you want a thick, green, vibrant lawn, there is really no replacement for proper fertilization. But a quick glance around the fertilizer aisle at your local garden store is enough to make most homeowners break into a cold sweat. The wide variety of fertilizers, along with conflicting…

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Made in the Shade: Tips for Maintaining Turf in Shaded Areas

October 30, 2022
The Turfgrass Group

Are you having difficulty getting your turf to grow in a shaded area? You’re not alone. Many people face this challenge every day. While we all love acres of uninterrupted, lush turfgrass, it is inevitable that man or Mother Nature will interfere with that plan. Buildings, trees, and other objects will eventually cast shadows (literal…

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The When, Why, and How of Dethatching Your Lawn

October 20, 2022
The When, Why, and How of Dethatching Your Lawn

Have you ever looked at your lawn and noticed that it’s covered in a thick layer of brown material? If so, then you’ve got a case of thatch. Thatch is a common problem among lawns, and if it’s not dealt with, it can cause all sorts of problems for your grass. Thatch can be a…

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Zoysia: A Deep Green Lawn That Stays That Way

October 10, 2022
deep green lawn

How Do You Keep Zoysia Grass Green? It doesn’t matter if you’re an expert in lawn care or just getting started. We all want the same thing from our Zoysia grass: a deep green lawn. There are many ways to achieve this. Where you live can also have an impact on the outcome, especially if…

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Simple Steps to Greener Grass

September 10, 2022
Simple Steps to Greener Grass

The grass doesn’t have to be greener on the other side. With these simple steps to greener grass, your lawn can be the envy of the neighborhood. Growing a green lawn is a labor of love and while it takes time, it’s worth the effort. We’ve compiled tried and true tips so you can put…

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How to Make Your Yard More Attractive

August 30, 2022
The Turfgrass Group

Every homeowner knows that there are many benefits associated with having an attractive yard. First of all, it will make your house more attractive. It also gives you a great place to hang out with your family, friends, or pets and have outdoor gatherings. It can also increase the curb appeal of your home. So…

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Reviving a Dead Lawn

August 20, 2022
Reviving a Dead Lawn

There is nothing more disheartening to a lawn care enthusiast than watching your lawn slowly turn from bright green to a crispy brown. You do everything you can to maintain a beautiful lawn, so watching it slowly die is a terrible feeling. But don’t despair. While it may not be easy, there is always a…

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A Healthy Lawn Starts With Healthy Soil

July 10, 2022
A Healthy Lawn Starts With Healthy Soil

Spring is in the air, flowers are blooming, and hopefully, your lawn is looking lush and green. Unless it isn’t. Oh no! So what’s a homeowner to do? If you’re after that perfect lawn, we’ll let you in on a little secret: it’s all about healthy soil. Yes, it can be that simple. You’ve got…

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What to Do With Grass Clippings

June 30, 2022
What to Do With Grass Clippings

Among the lawn care community, there has been a longstanding question of what to do with grass clippings. Every time you mow your lawn, you create grass clipping. In the simplest sense, there are only two places your clippings can go: into a bag or back onto your lawn. However, the question gets more complicated,…

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What is the Best Turf for Shade?

June 20, 2022
What is the Best Turf for Shade

Shade on your lawn is a double-edged sword. In the Southeast, where summers are hot and humid, shade can be a welcome relief as you enjoy your outdoor spaces. Many flowers and other plant varieties require some bit of shade too. However, the same shade that keeps you and other plants comfortable in the heat…

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