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View PostNeed Some Winter Color in Your Lawn?

Winter is a dull and dreary time of year for most lawns. Many plants are dormant and do not produce much color to liven up your landscape. However, there are a few winter gems that are worth considering if you want to add some color and life to your winter lawn. The Laten […]
View PostSelecting the Right Turf For Your Lawn

Selecting the proper turf grass for your lawn can be very difficult. There are a few considerations you should make to ensure make the right selections. Shade Tolerance – How much sun does your lawn get? Sunlight is the key to photosynthesis which the process plants use to convert sunlight to energy in order […]
View PostSpring Seeding- Yes or No?

In early spring, many people get excited about being outside in their yards as the temperature rises. This is also about the time people begin to notice some of the holes left after the previous year’s aeration in their lawns. While there is the temptation to fix this using spring seeding, it should be a […]
View Post Seasonal Services, Seeding, Turf MaintenanceCrepe Murder!

Around this time of year, before the spring growing season arrives, is the perfect time for annual Crepe Myrtle pruning. Annual pruning is important to help bring out the true beauty of Crepe Myrtles. Not just any kind of pruning will do… using proper pruning techniques is a must for this staple in the American […]
View Post crepe murder, crepe myrtle, pruning, techniquesWhat is the Proper Mowing Height for Your Yard?
Mowing is one of the most basic practices in turf maintenance. When done properly mowing can create a healthy and beautiful lawn. Proper mowing relies on two important factors – mowing height and mowing frequency. Proper Mowing Height Proper mowing height determines how healthy and beautiful your lawn looks. When mowed at the proper height, […]
View Post Grass, Mowing, Turf MaintenanceHow Much Seed Do You Need

We live in an area where the soil compacts very easily. This is why it is important to aerate annually to break up the pesky compaction and maintain a beautiful lawn. However, aeration alone won’t get the job done. There is another important part of the process: overseeding. Overseeding enables you to maintain a full […]
View Post healthy lawns, Overseeding, Seasonal ServicesThe Benefits of Aeration & Overseeding

All cool season grass should be aerated and overseeded each fall to keep it thick, lush, and healthy. Cool Season grasses include fescue, rye and bluegrass. Core Aeration Core aeration is the process or removing small plugs or “cores” of soil and dry grass to reduce lawn compaction and make room for increased absorption of […]
View Post Aeration, Fall, Overseeding, Seasonal ServicesWelcome to Our Knowledge Base Blog

I’ve been in the landscaping business for over a decade and have a Horticulture Science degree from N.C. State University – through all of the experience and schooling, I have learned countless facts, methods and tricks but there is always more to learn. The knowledge base will be a place where I will share some […]
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