by Joe Yedowitz | Aug 20, 2015 | Lawn Tips, Tips / Advice, Uncategorized
Bentgrass is not necessarily always a weed. In fact, it is often used to create lawns and golf course greens in some areas. The problem comes when it pops up in lawns and competes with the type of grass that you did intend to plant. How Does Bentgrass Invade Your...
by Joe Yedowitz | Aug 15, 2015 | Lawn Tips, Seasonal Tips, Uncategorized
Your grass can really get a workout over the years as it is subjected to foot traffic, weather, pests and diseases, among other factors. Patches may start to appear and the lawn doesn’t look as healthy as it once did. As we approach fall, it is a great time to...
by Joe Yedowitz | Aug 13, 2015 | Lawn Tips, Seasonal Tips, Uncategorized
As autumn approaches, it is a good time to start thinking about your lawn soil pH so that you can add amendments if needed. Fall is a period of growth for grass as it prepares to go dormant for the winter and ensuring that the pH levels are optimal will help it stay...
by Joe Yedowitz | Aug 6, 2015 | Lawn Tips, Seasonal Tips, Uncategorized
If you have walked by a lawn and seen little cylinders of grass and dirt, you may have wondered what was going on. Why would anyone want to punch holes in their grass? This process is called core aeration and it can be very beneficial as far as keeping your lawn...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jul 16, 2015 | Seasonal Tips, Tips / Advice
If you have ever seen clusters of pear-shaped insects on the stems of your plants, you may have an infestation of aphids. I see them on rose bushes, especially, but they may be found throughout the different areas of your landscape. They come in colors like green,...