Lawn and Gardening To-Do’s and Tips to Close Off the Summer

Sadly, another glorious summer is coming to an end, but there’s no time to feel down! Our gardens and plants need our help to make sure they’re ready for the upcoming fall and winter seasons. There are a number of things you can do to prepare your flowers, plants, and gardens, while also being able to enjoy the warm days …

Tips to Revive Your Lawn After a Drought

Droughts are an increasingly difficult part of life, and in extreme conditions, they can dramatically affect the health of the people, plants, and animals in a specific area. Your normally healthy lawn is no exception. A severely dry summer can have a lasting impact on your grass, but there are a few ways that you can breathe some life back …

How to Keep a Healthy Lawn During the Dead of Summer

For many of us, summer is the best time of year, but it’s not the best time of year for our lawns. Between the humidity and lack of precipitation, our grass can start to look like tiny hay fields during the dead of summer. But there are a few simple ways to help maintain a healthy lawn that looks vibrant …

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Identifying and Treating Drought Damage

Do you ever wonder why your lawn is not as green as the lawns of your neighbors? When your grass starts to turn into a dull gray/brown hue or darken in colour, it is a sign that it needs a drink. Drought happens when your lawn is not receiving enough water, which can bring severe stress to your grass and …

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Identifying & Treating Grub Damage

Are you experiencing lawn problems, but can’t see any clear reasons why? Grubs may be at fault! In Southern Ontario, there are three species of white grubs that infest lawns – the European Chafer, the June Beetle, and the Japanese Beetle. So how do you know if you’re battling the bugs? There are patches in your turf. If Spring arrived …

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Proper Care for Your Grass Type

The type and frequency of lawn care required to maintain a healthy and green yard depends on the type of grass you have. By mixing different types of grass seeds, a green lawn is possible year round. Mixing grass types also helps to defend against damage from traffic and pests. There are a few grass types that make up the …

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Main Causes of Lawn Browning

There is nothing more frustrating than tediously tending to your lawn, only to find brown spots. Read on to determine the possible causes of lawn browning that you may fall victim to. Scalping: Lawn scalping occurs when grass is cut quite low, exposing the stems of the grass blades. Scalping is harmful to your lawn because it limits the amount …