Do You Need to Aerate Your Lawn? Best Practices for Lawn Aeration
Lawn aeration is the process of creating a series of small holes in the soil of a turfgrass lawn. Aeration relieves soil compaction, improves drainage, and provides oxygen to remove worms and benefit microorganisms. Aerating your lawn boosts the development of thick and healthy grass. When and Should You Aerate Your Lawn? Your local soil…
Read MoreTop 10 Tips for Early Spring Lawn Care
Grow a Healthier and Happier Lawn this Spring The early spring is a crucial time for yard cleanup and mowing. The weather is still cool, but the days are getting longer and warmer. This provides the perfect conditions for your lawn to grow strong and healthy. If you want to have a lush green lawn…
Read MoreHow to Save Time on Lawn Care and Landscaping this Year
Lawn Care and Landscaping Tips to Save You Time With warm weather only a few months away, everyone is trying to figure out how they can save time on their lawn care and landscaping. Nobody wants to spend all their free time outside mowing the lawn or trimming trees. Today, we will cover some tips…
Read MoreLawn Care 101: Learn About Our Customer Fertilization Program
Upgrade Your Lawn Care with our Customer Fertilization Program This year, you can have the best yard on the block with Grasshopper Garden’s new customer fertilization program. Imagine: Stepping onto soft, plush grass that’s routinely taken care of for you all season long. No longer do you have to take the time to plan the…
Read MoreWinter Lawn Care: How to Prepare Your Lawn for Winter
Did you know a common mistake people make is completely ignoring their lawn during the winter? While lawn care might be the furthest thing on your mind, it’s crucial that you continue to take care of your lawn all year round. We’ll walk you through four crucial winter care tips that will make sure your…
Read MoreYour Guide to Easy Fall Lawn Care: 6 Things You Can Do to Start Now
You work hard to maintain your lawn’s appearance all summer long, but did you know that prepping your lawn in the right ways in the fall could make that work even easier? That’s where fall lawn care comes in. Yes, it’s true! Autumn isn’t the time to let the leaves pile up or ignore on…
Read MoreTips For Our Upstate NY Yards
It is almost fall and contrary to popular belief, the drop in temperature does not mean the yardwork has come to an end; it’s actually just beginning, for next year that is. Maintaining your lawn now before the Update NY winter, makes sure your lawn has a successful start to a beautiful spring season. The…
Read MoreWhat Time of the Year Should You Aerate Your Lawn?
Although you can aerate your lawn at any time of year, there are a few factors that can determine the most beneficial time for lawn aeration depending on where you live. Here are a few things to consider when preparing for lawn aeration. 1. Type of Grass There are two main types of grass: warm-season…
Read MoreEnvironmentally Friendly Ways to Control Bugs in Your Yard
Bugs can easily wreak havoc on an otherwise beautiful garden, sabotaging your plants and causing an eyesore for anyone trying to take in the scenery. However, many pest control methods involve using harsh chemicals to kill bugs in their tracks. These chemicals can be harmful to humans or pets, and even to other bugs that…
Read More3 Reasons for Brown Spots on Your Lawn
Now that summer is here, you might be noticing that your lawn isn’t as green as it used to be. Brown spots on your lawn are a common issue that many homeowners face. There are a few different reasons you may be encountering this problem. Here’s what you need to know. 1. Grubs Grubs are beetle larvae…
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