The winter is a great time to take advantage of all of the fallen leaves that lay on your lawn. You may be tempted to ignore the leaves since your grass and plants are dying or dead, but fallen leaves can make conditions worse for your lawn when the spring comes around again. Prepare for…
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Hot summers and mild winters make Texas a unique area for grass growth. The size of the state means that Texas residents span a few different climates. In the panhandle, or the northern part of Texas, rainfall is more common, and winters come with snow and freezing temperatures. In central and southern Texas, residents struggle…
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Winter is the perfect time to start your weed prevention regimen. While grass is dormant and unable to grow, you can safely break out your most powerful weed killers. Preventive maintenance for a successful spring garden also includes stopping new weeds from growing before they have a chance to take advantage of spring’s warm weather.…
DetailsWe’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…
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