Category: Lawn Care
Your Lawn Is Not Dead. It Is Waiting for Rain.
Maine just came through one of its driest summers on record. Here is what is actually happening in your lawn, why the next few weeks decide next spring, and why October is the busiest month of the year for deer ticks.
Why does my lawn have moss, and how do I actually get rid of it?
Moss in your Maine lawn is a symptom, not the problem. Here's what's actually causing it, the four-step fix that lasts, and when accepting the moss is the right call.
Why is there a brown strip along my driveway every spring?
Spring salt damage shows up as straight brown strips along driveways and walkways. Here's how to diagnose it, how to recover the turf, and what to do differently next winter.
When to Make the Final Cut of the Season
As fall winds down in Bangor, Bar Harbor, Ellsworth, and Millinocket and surrounding areas, homeowners may start asking the same question: When should I mow…
From Drought to Recovery: The Critical Role of Fall Fertilization
One of the Driest Summers in Recent Memory This summer has been one of the driest we’ve had in years here in Brewer and across…
Why Your Lawn Might Be Struggling — And How We Can Help
If your lawn looks okay but not great, even after watering, mowing, and putting down fertilizer, it’s usually a sign that something deeper is going…
Reviving Your Lawn After a Grub Invasion: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding the Grub Life Cycle: The Foundation of Grub Management In Maine, our primary battle is against three types of beetles – the Japanese Beetle,…
Secrets for a Heat-Resistant Lawn
Your Lawn’s Success Depends on Its Foundation In the cool state of Maine, the key to a flourishing lawn, especially those with cool-season grass, lies…
Lawn watering secrets you may not know…
We get asked this question all the time. How do I water my lawn? Or when we suggest watering, many people instantly get defensive and…
Spring seeding? Not so fast…
If you’re scheduled for our pre-emergent service to prevent crabgrass, there are a few things to know, especially if you are planning on seeding this…