Not sure when to seed your lawn in Minnesota? There’s still time to enjoy a beautiful lawn before winter comes.
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Here is great advice as published in Total Landscape Care magazine. Myth: it’s a good idea to remove grass clippings after mowing. Reality: There is a misconception their grass clippings contribute significantly to thatch. Grass clippings are mostly water and decompose rapidly, returning significant amounts of fertilizer to the lawn. Research shows that up to […]
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Proper Watering Tips for a Healthy Lawn
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Are You Overwatering Your Lawn? Proper watering is one of the most challenging and misunderstood aspects of lawn maintenance. It is important for supplementing rainfall, washing in certain fertilizers and pesticides, keeping the soil moist for seed germination, and cooling the turf on hot summer days. Proper watering practices have taken on even more significance […]
A How to guide for seeding renovation of your lawn Despite the bountiful rain we had earlier this season the past few growing seasons have left many lawns in poor condition. Parkway Lawn Service will be doing a great deal of Over Seeding and Lawn Renovation this fall. AUGUST 15th THRU THE END OF SEPTEMBER […]
With over 2″ of rain last weekend and 6″ to 8″ of rain over the past few weeks I thought it might be a good time to review a few guidelines to help you understand proper watering of your lawn. First off you should use a rain gauge on your property to measure the weekly […]
We have been seeing a lot of damage to shrubbery this season. Here is a great article we ran across from the University of Minnesota. http://www.extension.umn.edu/garden/yard-garden/trees-shrubs/protecting-from-winter-damage/
Considering the lack of snow we experienced here in Minneapolis this season, there are still some winter weather hazards we need to remember.  This is especially true with the frequent rise and fall of temperatures that creates  accumulation of ice on sidewalks, stairs and parking lots. Whether you are a homeowner or a business owner, it […]
Winter pruning of shrubs and small trees is a great time to trim certain types of shrubs and trees, especially if you want to trim them back significantly. Pruning while the plant is dormant is important for most types. If you trim too early in the fall while the plant is still ‘hardening off’ it […]
Early November is the perfect time to plant spring bulbs. When you plant about 10 or more bulbs of the same variety in an area close together they make the most impact. Dig the area 6-8†deep and space the bulbs according to the package directions. Add a mild bulb fertilizer if desired, fill in […]
You can prepare the exterior of your home for winter by cleaning leaves and debris from your gutters. If your gutters are clogged snow and ice can built up on your roof resulting in leaks and damage to your home. By removing debris you can keep your gutters free and clear of material that causes […]