5 Popular Grass Types Found in Texas
As a general rule of thumb in the world of landscaping, plant material that is native to your area is going to be your best bet. There are a variety of reasons for this, but primarily because of an increase in sustainability. This concept encompasses a few different things but primarily centers on the idea […]
Knowing Your Water Restrictions For Dallas
As most of our clients reside in the Dallas metropolitan area, we like to tailor our educational content to the locale. While the climate in Dallas is similar to the rest of Texas, there are a few key differences. Water is an essential nutrient everywhere, but with drought conditions becoming increasingly prevalent, some municipalities could […]
Organic vs Synthetic Fertilizer
It is no secret that every landscape requires nutrients to survive. Whether it be turf, trees, or shrubs, your plant material needs to be fed to grow. The most common method that homeowners and landscapers use to get nutrients directly to the roots of their plants is fertilization. Most lawn fertilizers contain some combination of […]
Chinch Bugs: W.Y.N.T.K.
The heat of summer in Texas brings about more than just football practice, swimming, and ice cream. It also brings out some of the deadliest lawn pests in our area. There are only a couple of lawn pests with the capability to do irreparable damage to your lawn – Grubs and the other we are […]
St. Augustine Decline: Is Your Lawn S.A.D. ?
There are a few varieties of turfgrass that are more prevalent in our area than the others. One of those varieties is St. Augustine and for good reason. It is a warm-season turfgrass that laterally spreads through stolons and tolerates shade better than other warm-season grasses. St. Augustine establishes quickly and develops deep roots that […]
How to Get Rid of Dallisgrass
It probably seems like every time you take a look at our blog, we are talking about another threat to your beautiful lawn. However, this is not to scare you, but to educate and better prepare you when you encounter what may be inevitable. Mother nature loves to throw challenges at your landscape, which we […]
The Damaging Effects Of Moles
We so often discuss the many threats to your lawn, as prevention is important to keep your lawn healthy. Everyone is well aware of the conventional offenders, including disease, pests, and weeds. Our great Texas weather makes for a ripe environment wherein all the aforementioned issues can thrive given the chance. However, as pests are […]
Grub Worms: A Hazard To A Healthy Lawn
Grub worms are the worst pests to have because they damage your turf by feeding on the roots, the foundation of your lawn that supplies the nutrients and water from the soil. In this blog, we will discuss everything you need to know about grub worms, and how you can keep them away from your […]
The Role Your Soil Plays in Your Lawn
A healthy lawn is a complex system, made up of various moving parts that all work in unison to create the lush turfgrass you so desire. One such part is your soil, which every lawn grows within, and then on top of. This means that the role that soil plays in your lawn is large, […]
The 3 Best Nutrients For Your Lawn
When your goal is a healthy lawn keeping out disease, pests, and weeds is your primary thought. Engaging in preventative measures to keep these threats away is a great practice and shouldn’t be overlooked. However, the best defense against lawn predators is a healthy lawn. Keeping your lawn in great shape will make it less […]