We’re starting to feel a hint of winter’s chill amidst the blistering Texas heat. That means that Texans who have been hiding out inside will soon be making their way outdoors to enjoy perfect weather, green grass and trees, and the company of friends. There’s no better way to kick off the mild Texas fall…
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If you live in a neighborhood, you know the pain of having dogs on your lawn. They smell, they bite, and they do their dirty business on the lawn. You’ve put up signs and you’ve done everything possible in order to deter them from staying there. Nothing works. When you’ve worked so hard to maintain…
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Planting flowers and other plants that are native to the area actually improves your lawn. Not only are they beautiful, but they require less maintenance and conserve resources. Native plants are more resistant to pesticides and local weather conditions (a strength in drought-stricken Texas), need less water, and support the ecosystem. If you’re interested in…
DetailsMany people feel like hiring a professional lawn service is unnecessary because it’s work they could do themselves. However, there’s much more to the equation. Sure, perhaps there are some aspects you could take care of on your own, but at what cost to you? In fact, doing your own lawn maintenance can sometimes mean…
DetailsWhether you’re to Texas or have lived here all your life, you might be wondering how to keep your grass healthy throughout winter so you have a lush, green lawn come spring. If you need a few pointers, just follow these guidelines below and give your lawn the care it needs to thrive all year…
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Brown patch is a fungal lawn disease that commonly affects turf grasses. While it can attack any type of grass, it is most commonly seen in St. Augustine, Bermuda, and Zoysia, which are all popular grasses in Texas. Even though brown patch can be a nuisance, it doesn’t need to ruin your entire lawn. With…
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Almost anyone with a lawn has had an issue with crabgrass before. Everyone knows it when they see it: those ugly clusters of thick, coarse grass that never seem to leave your yard completely. Crabgrass (whose formal name is “digitaria” but is often known as crabgrass or finger grass) is one of the most common…
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