Lawn Maintenance

Brown spots can appear from time to time on any lawn. While dog urine is often blamed, there are numerous other causes for this discoloration. Among the most common are lawn fungus, insect...

Aerating a lawn involves removing small plugs of grass and soil from the ground. This lawn maintenance procedure should be completed once or twice a year. Spring or fall are ideal times for...

Zoysia grass was first introduced to the United States in 1911 from Southeast Asia. It is a dense, slow-growing warm-season grass that thrives in many different soils and climates. Depending on...

Lumpy lawns are unsightly, can be difficult to mow and are potentially unsafe. The causes of lumps in lawns include the contraction and expansion of soil during the freeze-thaw cycle; the thinning...

Lawn blight is caused by the growth of fungus. Fungus can begin to grown when temperatures become 75-90 degrees and humid. In high temperatures fungus spore production will dramatically increase....

Zoysia grass is a slow-growing, finely bladed grass that is drought- and heat-tolerant. It's a favorite for lawns and golf courses in southern climates because once it's established, it stands up...

Have you noticed yellow or brown patches on your lawn with absolutely no explanation? Is some unknown pest killing your St. Augustine grass right before your eyes? Take a closer look, because...

So, fall has arrived…time for the fun, frolic, and fantasy of football. And no more worry about weekend yard work, right? Not necessarily, at least not if you understand a little early fall...

Thatch, that layer of dead and living grass plants at the base of your lawn, usually helps keep grass green and healthy. But when the thatch layer becomes too thick, it changes from a lawn friend...

Thatch is the layer of material just above the soil that contains dead grass, grass clippings and the stems of living grass plants. In normal amounts, thatch is a friend that protects the soil...

Power raking a lawn, also called dethatching, is a great way to remove the buildup of excess dead plant material, improve water and nutrient flow to the roots and to stimulate new grass growth. ...

Lawn thatch can help make your yard healthy and green, or it can be a threat to its survival--depending on the depth of the thatch and how it is treated. Thatch is a biologically active layer of...

Thatch is a layer of your lawn that exists between the blades of grass and the soil. Thatch is normal in a lawn, but if its mass of grass roots and dead organic debris becomes too thick it can...

A beautiful lawn is an important component in creating an attractive home. Millions of dollars are spent each year on lawn maintenance, from professional lawn fertilization to garden landscaping....

A thin layer of thatch on your lawn lying between the green blades and the soil is a healthy stabilizing element in your lawn. Thatch is essentially died back grass blades and root tops that can...

The temperatures are warming, the crocus and other late winter flowers are blooming and the grass is taking on a light green hue---spring is arriving. It will be a while yet before you have to...

Thatch is the layer of stuff between the soil and grass blades. It is made up of dead plants, roots and lawn debris like decomposing leaves, twigs and bugs. Normally, thatch is not a problem;...

We all have a neighbor whose lawn is perfectly green all season, never suffers from pests and chokes out weeds before they start. For the rest of us, lawn maintenance can be a mystery, especially...

Dark green, thick and cool--a lush lawn is the dream of many homeowners. The challenge to a beautiful lawn is knowing what to do and when to do it. Basic lawn care involves selecting the right...

Thatch is a layer of built up grass clippings and random twigs and leaves that normally fall into the lawn. Thatch is a good thing to have in your soil. As it decays, it gives nutrients to the...

Dethatching and aerating your lawn can help to maintain the good soil and water drainage that are part of a healthy lawn. Both processes are hard on young grass, so do this in the late summer or...

A lawn is aerated to encourage root growth of grass. Aeration reduces thatch, relieves compaction of the soil and improves its drainage. Ignoring these three factors can result in an unhealthy...

Thick, luscious lawns are the prize of any home's landscape. Green turf that gives a home both curb appeal and backyard enjoyment takes time and hard work. One of the must-have tools to maintain...

Aerating the lawn used to be part of weekly maintenance tasks, but now it's generally used as a repair method, for brightening up a yard that's been neglected and built up a thatch. If a lawn is...

Summer time often brings bugs we never heard of or have ever seen before, but the one that can wreak havoc on your lawn is the chinch bug. Chinch bugs are especially fond of Texas grass like St....

Are you seeing unhealthy spots of dead grass on your lawn? Do you have a build up of decomposed leaves, grass, and stems, if so your problem is thatch.

A layer of living and dead plant parts that live between the green grasses is called thatch. It was once thought that thatch was the product of leaving grass clippings on the lawn after mowing....

Most home owners have had to deal with unsightly brown spots in their lawn at one time or another. You may be tempted to simply patch the bare spot, but before you do that, you need to find out...

Aerating the lawn can save you money in the long run by giving grass roots the space to grow and by giving rain water and fertilizer a place to go into the soil more easily.

Lawn thatching is necessary to prevent heavy thatch debris buildup, which will deteriorate your lawn by creating a barrier that prevents water and vital nutrients from reaching grass roots. Lawn...

Thatch is composed of grass clippings, twigs and other organic matter that falls on the ground. A little thatch is good for a lawn--it shades the ground, keeps roots cool and conserves moisture....

If your lawn looks tired and isn’t as lush and green as it once was, it may be that your lawn has developed an overly dense layer of thatch. Thatch describes a condition were your lawn has become...

Bermuda grass is a popular choice for warm climates because it's hardy, drought-resistant and fast-growing. But those same benefits also make Bermuda grass prone to thatch problems. Thatch is a...

Your lawn is visible to the whole neighborhood. If you do not take care of the lawn, the perception is that you do not take care of the house either. This is the first impression that not only...

Many homeowners strive for the impossible with their lawns. They want green grass, no bugs, no weeds, and no animals,. This can be a perfect setting for fungus, and overnight ugly brown patches...

A slight buildup of thatch is a natural (and healthy) thing for a lawn. Thatch provides lots of natural nutrients through the gradual breakdown of lawn clippings, bits of twigs and plant seeds....

A healthy thatch layer on your lawn helps hold in moisture and prevent drought or heat stress. Excessive thatch build-up, however, can lead to a variety of problems with your lawn's health and...

Lawn aeration is an important step in proper lawn maintenance. The basic aerating process, which is generally done with a specialized piece of equipment called a lawn aerator, yields many...

When we try to improve our appearance we begin a beauty regiment that starts with exfoliation of the skin. The grass on your lawn is like the skin of your yard, and much like your own skin--it...

A nice-looking lawn takes a certain amount of effort. However, with the right tools, it doesn’t have to claim massive amounts of your time each summer to maintain a nice-looking lawn. By spending...

Thatch is a combination of living and dead grass stems that form a layer in your lawn. The layer if thatch can prevent grass stems from producing new buds close to the ground. If your lawn has too...

Every lawn has thatch, a thin layer of dead organic matter that aids water absorption and protects the grass from extreme temperatures and excessive wear. Poor lawn maintenance habits can increase...

Autumn is a wonderful season. It brings cool temperatures, low humidity--and leaves, lots of leaves. Put away that loud gas consuming leaf blower. The old fashion method is good exercise,...