Canada, musk, scotch, bull. Today we’re discussing thistle. They are undeniably striking plants, but you don’t want them on your property. Many of them are considered noxious weeds and are extremely invasive. With some plants dropping as many as 20,000-40,000 seeds per head, infestation can happen before you know it. Learn how to give yourself …
For people who take pride in a perfect, green sea of lawn, can there be anything more obnoxious than that cheery, yellow head brazenly popping up in the middle of it all? Today Ete discusses one of the more despised lawn weeds, the dandelion. Surprisingly enough, the dandelion actually can lay claim to a few …
Today Ete talks dethatching and power raking. What is thatch? When and why is it a problem? How can you determine if your lawn has too much thatch and what should you do if it does? What is power raking and how do you do it? Get all your thatch and power raking questions answered …
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Today Ete discusses microclover. Planting microclover–a variety of clover with small dark, green leaves that grows low to the ground–in your lawn could be a great way for you to help keep your lawn looking green and growing healthy. Microclover is a “nitrogen fixer,” and has been shown to decrease the need for nitrogen fertilizer …
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Today Ete talks about getting your pH right for your lawn. Acidity levels are surprisingly important to good lawn care in a couple of ways. Dialing in the correct acidity for the soil in your area and for your grass type should be considerations in your plan to grow a healthy, lush lawn. It’s also …
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There are so many things to consider when hiring a lawn service. You may receive quotes from different companies that are surprisingly wide-ranging. But price is just the beginning. What are the hidden costs and hidden benefits of going with each company? As with many things, when it comes to hiring the right lawn company, …
Continue reading “#35- Comparing lawn companies? You often get what you pay for.”
