Get a Lush Lawn with Expert Fertilization Services – A Guide for the Perfect Yard!
The key to a lush, beautiful lawn is to provide it with the care and love it needs to flourish! Having a healthy lawn means more than just a beautiful outdoor space; it can increase the value of your home and property, trap and control dust, reduce soil erosion and water runoff, and keep your…
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…
Read MoreThe Impact Dog Feces Has on Your Lawn
None of us like looking out at our lawn and seeing brown patches rather than vibrant green grass. When brown spots make an appearance, we tend to think it’s caused by a disease or an infestation of a pest, such as grubs. Something many of us don’t take into consideration is the damage of leaving…
Read MoreControlling Nutsedge
Nutsedge, also known as nutgrass, is a perennial grass-like weed that can take over your lawn and has proven to be difficult to remove if the proper treatment is not applied. It has been known to resemble grass blades which can make it difficult for the untrained eye to identify the weed. Luckily for your…
Read MorePrevent Lawn Disease with Grasshopper Gardens
Each year residents throughout the Capital Region look forward to hosting their friends and families outside during the nice weather. Something that can quickly ruin your gathering is a lawn that has become overrun by disease. Allowing a disease to take over your lawn can cause long-term damages that can be difficult to overcome. Avoiding…
Read MorePreventing Crabgrass with Grasshopper Gardens
Whether your lawn’s primary use is for entertaining the kids, or boosting the curb appeal of your business, one particular foe of an attractive lawn is crabgrass. This is an annual weed grass that, if left unattended, can overtake your landscape. Treating Crabgrass Crabgrass is likely to flourish in warmer temperatures, but, gets its start…
Read MoreWatering Your Lawn Properly
During the spring and summer months we spend a lot of time outdoors enjoying the sunshine, watering your lawn properly will help ensure it gets plenty of enjoyment as well. Water 2-3 Times Per Week: Watering your grass daily will give you a shallow root system which can cause winter stress and making it more…
Read MoreSeeing Red in Your Lawn? Learn How to Keep Your Lawn Healthy
Upstate New York and the Capital District have seen a lot of rainfall which can certainly take its toll on your landscape. With this much rain you need to keep a watchful eye on your lawn as it can become susceptible to disease. One disease in particular is Red Thread Disease. What is Red Thread…
Read MoreProtect Your Lawn Against Summer Pests and Heat
Summer is finally here and in full-swing! As temperatures begin to rise, lawn care and pest defense needs to become a crucial part of your summer routine for a healthy and thriving lawn. Grasshopper Gardens has the tips you need for a beautiful lawn all summer long! Adequate Water Lawns require thorough watering once or…
Read MoreLawn Fertilization is More Than Just Lush Green Grass
Professional fertilization programs from Grasshopper Gardens promote a vibrant lawn throughout the year. But fertilization goes beyond just ‘looking healthy’. Over time, your soil loses many of the key nutrients to keep grass looking healthy and green. The best way to keep a healthy lawn is to replenish the key nutrients with lawn fertialization. Our experienced lawn…
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