It might be called fall, but it’s a time to rise to the occasion when it comes to your lawn. It’s important to remember that cool season grasses thrive in – perhaps not surprisingly – cooler temperatures. In the fall, cool season grasses grow at a faster rate than they would during the dog days […]
Read MoreYou might think of August as a time when lawn care responsibilities are winding down. After all, the summer is drawing to a close, so the lawn seems like less of a priority. It might be surprising to learn, but August is actually one of the most important months for lawn care. It is a […]
Read MoreIf you’ve tried every trick in the book for lawn care, chances are you’ve run into a few myths along the way. It’s impossible to know when and where lawn myths originated, but like weeds, they sometimes spread out of control. If you want a healthy lawn, it’s important to know fact from fiction. We’re […]
Read MoreSeptember is definitely a turning point for Minnesota weather. The first week is a guaranteed scorcher (it has to be the for the State Fair!), and the rest of the month sees temperature fluctuations of +/- 40 °F, overnight frosts, and rained out weekends. Whether tomorrow calls for rain or sunshine, there are a few […]
Read MoreIt’s common to associate gardening and plants coming to life with spring. You’re not wrong, since winter is when things finally thaw away and we start to see nature transition back to green. With all that said, there are certain measures you should take in the fall that prepare your lawn to flourish in the […]
Read MorePreparing your lawn for the upcoming season begins with research and planning; it really is the best way to protect your lawn for future climate changes. Today, we look forward to Autumn 2015 and have called upon The Old Farmer’s Almanac to forecast future weather conditions. August is predicted to be sunny, hot, and […]
Read MoreRaking does more than make your lawn look nice. Raking prevents your grass from being smothered over winter and spring, and it also lowers the risk of mold growing under the snow and prevents small creatures from making homes in or on your lawn. Make raking this fall more productive and less of a hassle […]
Read MoreEven though we still have some summer days left, the warm days are dwindling and it’s time to start thinking about preparing your lawn for autumn and winter. In order to keep your lawn healthy for the warmer seasons, there are numerous ways you can maintain your lawn even when you can’t see it. Your […]
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