by Joe Yedowitz | Jul 17, 2014 | Lawn Tips, Tips / Advice
If you notice tall plants with yellow tops popping up in your lawn, you may have an invasion of yellow nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus). At first glance it looks like it might be part of the Poaceae (grass) family, but it is really in the Cyperaceae (sedge)...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jul 10, 2014 | Lawn Tips, Seasonal Tips, Tips / Advice
There are several reasons why brown spots start to develop in your yard. One of the most common problems found is the grub. These baby beetles can wreak havoc if there are many of them, so it is important that you start treating the grubs in your lawn once you...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jul 3, 2014 | Irrigation, Lawn Tips, Seasonal Tips, Uncategorized
Summer is in full swing now and the weather is getting hot. Your lawn must be getting thirsty and will need to be watered daily, right? If you did water your lawn a little bit each day, that is actually likely to stress your grass out more over time. Frequent but...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jun 26, 2014 | Lawn Tips, Tips / Advice
If you are trying to diagnose problems in your grass, a lawn fungus may be the culprit. Three possibilities are mushrooms, fairy rings and snow molds. Mushrooms The most common fungi you will notice in the lawn are the capped mushrooms that are familiar to us. They...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jun 19, 2014 | Decorative, Gardens / Landscapes, Tips / Advice, Uncategorized
If you want to try something different in your garden, consider adding some native plants. These are ones that originate from your area and can offer some potential benefits not shared by ornamental plants from outside the region. Preserve Diversity Gardens can be...
