We all know that when we cut down a tree there will always be a part of it that is left attached to the ground. The parts that are left attached like the remainder of the trunk and the roots will die and decay in time. Whatever your reason for removing the stump, that is up to you. But we all…

Most people like yourself, may have lawns that regularly require maintenance, but you may not be able to provide it the attention it needs due to a few circumstances which prohibit you from doing so.  In such cases, you’re forced to hire someone who can carry out that specific task for you.  Of course, there are a lot of lawn maintenance…

More often than not, people would see wasps as insects which can be utterly annoying especially as they inflict the most stinging bites ever.  Their presence in your backyard or garden proves to be quite an irritating sight, leading you to look for methods or ways to get rid of them permanently.  However, what you may not know is that wasps…

Landscaping isn’t just about using the right type of plants. Choosing the right kind of rocks also matters a lot. Rocks come in different shapes, sizes, and color. Not only do landscaping rocks have aesthetic value, they are also functional. So be it for a flower garden, a pathway, a walk way, a pond, you’ll need a variety of landscaping rocks…

The best grass seed for drought is not limited to one select variety. Drought resistant grasses allow yard owners to spend less time/money watering their lawns and more time enjoying it. Some people choose to utilize drought resistant grass in moist areas simply because they are easier to care for. Check out the following three grass types:

Bermuda:
There is…

Regular old weed killer products are designed to kill a weed and then dissipate into the ground. After application, the chemical quickly becomes diluted and stops working. Ortho Ground Clear is a revolutionary new weed killer which continues to work for up to a year without re-applying it. Ground Clear is a vegetation killer, meaning that it will kill weeds as…

When the warm weather returns in the spring, Bermuda grass is sure to appear. Frequently found on lawns, fields, golf courses and playgrounds, Bermuda grass is found all over the world. It enjoys the high temperatures of the summer but does not take well to extremely cold temperatures.

Quick Reference:

Texture:
Thin to medium sized leaves

Heat Tolerance:
Very high. Temperatures between 95-100 degrees…

Crabgrass
Able to blend in with other types of grass, crabgrass begins appearing in the lawn at the start of spring. If the grass has begun to sprout, some post emergence weed killer should get rid of these lawn weeds.

Clover
Easily identifiable by its round leaves, clover is known as a “broadleaf perennial” and can grow without bound. The use of post emergence weed killer is the best…

Applying Lawn Fertilizer
Fertilizer is designed to replace nutrients in the ground which are lost as the grass “eats” them up. By selecting the right fertilizer and applying in the right number and rate, your lawn will be healthier in the long run.

Type of Fertilizer
Picking a good brand like Scotts Fertilizer is a bonus but is not always necessary. Simply look for fertilizers which contain time-released nitrogen…