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12 Days of Christmas Gifts for the Lawn and Garden Lover
We assembled a spectacular lists of Christmas gifts in all shapes and sizes for every lawn lover out there.
Read MoreTurf Colorant: A Great Option for Maintaining Winter Color in Warm Season Lawns
Applying turf colorant is a great option for maintaining winter color during winter dormancy in warm season lawns.
Read MoreHow to Make Your Grass Greener
Read about a few ticks and trips you can use to make your lawn greener without help from a landscape professional.
Read MoreChinch Bug Treatment in Florida St. Augustine Lawns
Different grasses are prone to certain insects. Zoysia, for example, tends to […]
Read MoreHow to Make Grass Plugs Spread Faster
Grass plugs and sod pods are becoming increasingly more and more popular […]
Read MoreHow to Help Your Lawn Beat the Summer Heat
The summer heat can not only be tough on you—it can be tough on your lawn as well. Be prepared to help your lawn beat the summer heat.
Read MoreHow to Care for New Sod
Congratulations on your new lawn. The manner in which you nurture your new sod during its first six weeks is critical to its future health.
Read MoreSummer Grass Plugs Update
Sod U gives a status update of the grass plugs we planted at our test plot in May of 2019. A year later, the plugs have made great progress.
Read MoreHow to Use Spectracide Weed Stop For Lawns
Spectracide Weed Stop is a broad spectrum post-emergent herbicide that kills over 470 weeds including crabgrass.
Read MoreFive Illuminating Landscape Ideas
Outdoor lighting adds a beautification factor that can set a mood and truly make a home stand out while adding value to the property.
Read MoreWinterizing Your Lawn
Winter is the time of year that many homeowners like to take a break from lawn maintenance, but a healthy lawn requires attention year-round.
Read MoreHow Do I Know How Much Sod I Need for My Yard?
After determining that your lawn needs new grass, it’s time to measure how much sod to order with our easy to use area calculator.
Read MoreWhat are Micronutrients for Lawns?
Micronutrients are overlooked in lawn fertilization, but many don’t know that the right micronutrients can play big dividends.
Read MoreGreat Landscaping Improves the Value of Your Home
Without question, the first thing a prospective homebuyer notices is your lawn and the overall landscaping and maintenance.
Read MoreEliminating Unattractive Hot Spots in Your Lawn
Ever notice an area of your lawn that exhibits drought stress, while all around that area the grass looks healthy and lush?
Read MoreComposting 101
Composting is no longer a well-kept secret. Many homeowners have heard about compost piles and compost bins. It’s hard not to these days.
Read MoreDoes Your Lawn Need Aeration?
Want to know more about when to aerate your lawn? Find out all things about aeration with our aeration guide.
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