by Joe Yedowitz | Jul 18, 2016 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation, Lawn Tips, Seasonal Tips, Tips / Advice, Uncategorized
IPM – Start Scouting for Problems in the Landscape Keeping a sharp eye on your landscape is a key part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). By quickly noticing changes that could indicate problems such as invasive plants, unwanted pests, poor soil quality, inadequate...
by Joe Yedowitz | May 22, 2015 | Uncategorized
One of my personal pet peeves is hearing or seeing sprinklers go off during a rainstorm. It seems like such a waste both environmentally and financially. It is also potentially harmful to the plants since the extra water can lead to root suffocation or fungal...
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 | Aug 17, 2012 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation, Lawn Tips, Seasonal Tips
SUMMER HEAT, DROUGHT AND DISEASE CAN BE DAMAGING Many lawns are going through a stressful period right now. High temperatures are tough on turf. Combine the heat with long stretches of little or no rainfall, and lawns will start showing signs of heat and drought...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jun 1, 2011 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation
Good mowing and watering practices can make a big difference in the looks and health of your lawn. Plus, by encouraging healthier growth of your grass plants, you’ll be improving your turf’s ability to stand up to insects, disease and stressful summer weather. Here...