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How Often Throughout the Year Does Your Lawn in Florida Need Fertilizer?
Published on Tuesday, November 08, 2022
Unlike in many other states, lawns in Florida grow almost year-round due to the constant sunshine and warm weather. As a result, they need to be fertilized more often than lawns up north. Fertilizer provides your turf with the nourishment it needs to grow healthy, stay green, and withstand natural stressors.
If you own property in the Sunshine State, you should follow a regular fertilization routine in the spring, fall, and winter to support your turf's ongoing health. In the summer,...
What Are Chinch Bugs & How Do I Know if They’re in My Lawn?
Published on Sunday, November 06, 2022
Chinch bugs are little insects that can cause major damage to your lawn. While there are many different species of these pests, the southern chinch bug is most prevalent in the Sarasota, FL, area. These insects love to feed on warm-season turf like St. Augustine grass and zoysia grass. Left alone, chinch bugs will devour your lawn and leave it filled with patches of yellow or brown turf. If you think that your lawn has sustained chinch bug damage, then you should quickly contact a ...
How to Increase the Curb Appeal of Your Property
Published on Wednesday, October 05, 2022
Are you ready to increase the curb appeal of your property? Having a beautiful property that catches the eye of onlookers is what many property owners in Florida dream of. Investing in lawn care services, caring for your trees and shrubs, and improving your landscape beds are significant ways you can increase your property's curb appeal. By scheduling professional lawn care services, you can keep your lawn looking its best at all times. Keeping your trees and shrubs healthy and...
Ready to Mow Your Sod for the First Time? Follow These Guidelines
Published on Tuesday, September 06, 2022
Choosing to have sod installed on your property in Florida is a great way to achieve a beautiful lawn almost instantly. However, just because it looks like a normal lawn the same day that it was installed, doesn't mean that you can treat it like a normal lawn. To ensure that you don't damage your sod when mowing it for the first time you should wait at least two weeks after it was installed to mow it, cut back on watering the day before the mow, and set your mower to its highest...
Artificial Turf vs Sod - Which Option Is Right for You?
Published on Thursday, September 01, 2022
If you're looking to establish a new lawn from scratch for your home or business in Florida, there are several ways to do so. However, two of the most popular ways are by using either sod or artificial turf. Both of these options will give you a beautiful lawn and there are a few things you should take into account to help you choose which option will be right for you. If you're looking for a lawn that won't require much maintenance, artificial turf might be the way to go....
3 Questions to Ask a Lawn Care Company Before Hiring Them
Published on Wednesday, August 10, 2022
Taking care of your lawn in Florida takes a lot of time and energy, but it needs to be done in order to keep your property looking its best. Instead of doing all of this work yourself, you may be thinking that it will be easier to hire a lawn care company to take care of your property for you. Well, that's a great idea because a good lawn care company will have the skills, knowledge, and tools needed to keep your property in tip-top shape. However, you need to be careful about which...
3 Signs That Likely Mean Your Lawn Has Fallen Victim to Grubs
Published on Wednesday, June 08, 2022
Grubs are one of the most problematic lawn insects in Florida. These pests like to feed on the roots of your lawn, causing significant damage to your grass. If you suspect that grubs could be infesting your lawn, there are some signs that you should be on the lookout for. If your lawn feels spongey and lifts up like a carpet, has irregular patches of brown grass, and there's an increased animal presence on your property, there is a good chance that your lawn has likely fallen victim...
How to Choose the Right Commercial Lawn Care & Landscaping Company
Published on Tuesday, May 17, 2022
As a commercial property owner, the impression that your business gives off is important. You want to make a positive first impression on customers, and the state of your landscape is a contributing factor. A beautiful landscape is no easy feat, but it can be with the right commercial lawn care and landscaping company. When choosing the right company for your commercial property in Florida, you should ensure they offer a variety of services and come out regularly to perform them. You also ...
Don’t Make These Mistakes When Fertilizing Your Lawn
Published on Thursday, May 12, 2022
Fertilizer treatments are instrumental when it comes to establishing a lush, green lawn on your property. And even though the process may seem straightforward, it's still possible to make mistakes when fertilizing your lawn. One common mistake you can make is applying too much fertilizer, which can actually harm your grass. Another mistake is using the wrong type of fertilizer for your grass type, which is especially important here in the Sarasota, FL area where there are many ...
3 Ways to Utilize Artificial Turf on Your Property
Published on Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Artificial turf comes with so many benefits, the biggest one being that it requires little to no maintenance. If you want to say goodbye to lawn care and maintenance for good, replacing your whole lawn with artificial turf could be the right option for you! However, there are other ways to take advantage of the benefits that artificial turf offers without replacing your whole yard. You could use artificial turf strictly for design by installing it as an accent piece in between pavers for your...
