Category Archives: Seasonal Lawn Care

Seasonal activities to care for your lawn

Snow Molds Will be Abundant This Spring

When the snow finally melts in your yard, there is a very good chance you will notice some rather unsightly fungus emerging. Grey Snow Mold and Pink Snow Mold are the common names for this growth. The reason these fungi are so prevalent this spring is that ideal fungus conditions were set up last November.  […]

HOW DO I GET RID OF BUMPS AND THE UNEVENESS IN MY LAWN?

By Bob Kroth,  Certified Turfgrass Professional This is one of the most common questions I’ve been asked during the   (29) + years in the lawn care business. Many people have called and asked my opinion on the use of a sod roller, aerator or a detaching machine to rid their lawns of the bumps that […]

Damage from bird seed

Damage from bird seed Feeding wild birds can be done throughout the year, although it’s especially important during the winter months. Whether or not you continue to feed the birds during the summer, it’s still wise to clean the area under the bird feeder. Compacted seeds and shells can prevent grass from receiving the essential […]

Pet Damage Over Winter

Damage from pets After the snow melts, it’s easy to see what damage has been caused by pets “doing business” in the yard. It’s important to pick up feces that contain bacteria that can remain on the lawn or drain with water runoff into streams and lakes. The acid in pet urine burns the grass, […]