by Jeremy Legasse | Mar 29, 2010 | Lawn & Landscape Tips
When lawns are subjected to ongoing foot traffic, leaves, stems and crowns can be crushed from continued, direct pressure on grass plants. Soil compaction is also common in these situations, making it harder for roots to expand and limiting the flow of air, water and...
by Jeremy Legasse | Mar 23, 2010 | Lawn & Landscape Tips
Compost. Think this something that only old ladies and Martha Stewart do? If so you are missing out on a valuable resource. Even here in Maine where we are buried in snow for four to six months, composting is an awesome way to help the environment, and your lawn and...
by Jeremy Legasse | Mar 23, 2010 | Lawn & Landscape Tips
Temperatures this spring have been unusually warm and it has us all thinking about being outdoors again. As we begin the growing season, it is important to take a look at our watering habits. How can we best serve our lawn and landscapes while working hard to conserve...
by Jeremy Legasse | Aug 6, 2009 | Alerts, Lawn & Landscape Tips
Hosta growers always seem to have more than their share of slugs. During drought years, slugs almost disappear from sight. Prolonged periods of wet weather, however, have the opposite effect and numbers become noticeable. The grey garden slug, Agriolimax reticulatum,...
by Jeremy Legasse | Jun 26, 2009 | Alerts, Lawn & Landscape Tips
You too? It’s funny that every year we hear the same question at this time of season. Why does my lawn have these brownish-pinkish patches everywhere?!!! It’s a common question right now since we’ve had so much rain. With all the rain we’ve...
by Jeremy Legasse | Jun 6, 2009 | Alerts, Lawn & Landscape Tips
I just had to share this photo with everyone. It’s a prime example of how to properly mow your lawn. On the other hand, its a great example of how not to mow. The guidelines on My Lawn Care Brisbane’s website clearly shows that if you mow your lawn...
