Published on Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Fertilization is very important to a strong, healthy lawn. While most people focus on fertilizing their lawn in the spring and summer, many are surprised to learn that fall is actually the best and most important time of year to fertilize your lawn.
Fall fertilizer treatments strengthen your lawn’s foundation by providing it with fuel to survive the cold winter months. This boost in nutrition helps sustain your lawn and encourages faster recovery after dormancy. Here is how fall...
Published on Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Many homeowners enjoy the look of fall leaves decorating their lawn. Warm autumn colors add to the ambiance and help get everyone in the mood for the season. While these leaves may be beautiful and seem harmless on your lawn, they actually pose serious dangers to your lawn and all who walk across it.
Allowing a blanket of leaves to accumulate on your lawn kills your grass, promotes diseases, and houses dangerous pests. Here are three reasons why leaves need to be removed from your lawn in...
Published on Tuesday, September 03, 2019
Routine lawn care is the key to a healthy, beautiful lawn. Certain services, such as aeration and overseeding, are highly beneficial and when applied during the fall, help prepare your lawn for the upcoming winter months. Aeration provides grass roots with greater access to nutrients they need to last the winter and grow strong and healthy when the spring returns.
Here is why your lawn needs aeration and overseeding in the fall in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, and the...
Published on Wednesday, August 21, 2019
When you invest your money and time into your lawn and landscape, it’s important to do everything you can to keep that investment well-maintained. Mowing your lawn and trimming your landscape is part of keeping it maintained and offers several benefits.
Routine mowing and trimming keep your lawn and landscape looking nice, keeps it healthy, and helps save you time and money by preventing issues later on. Here are some reasons why you need to keep your lawn mowed and landscape trimmed...
Published on Wednesday, August 14, 2019
In order to have healthy, productive plants, you must start with fertile, healthy soil. Good soil retains water, releases nutrients for plants and grass, and drains well. Your garden’s soil must contain adequate nutrients, optimum pH, and organic matter to be healthy and fertile. Oftentimes guessing means too little or too much fertilizer, resulting in unhealthy plants and threatening water sources.
A soil test is necessary for determining what exactly is in your soil, and aids lawn...
Published on Wednesday, August 07, 2019
Custom landscape lighting is a great way to enhance the beauty of your home. Adding tasteful lighting to landscape beds, walkways, driveways, and other areas of your property highlights your home's best features while adding extra safety and security by illuminating dark areas of your property.
Here are some ways custom landscape lighting can enhance your home in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, and the surrounding areas.
Landscape Lighting Adds Value &...
Published on Friday, July 26, 2019
Seasonal cleanups, typically performed in spring and fall, can benefit your residential or commercial property in numerous ways including appearance, plant health, and more.
Here are some ways a cleanup can help your central Iowa yard in places such as Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, and the surrounding areas.
Clearing Debris from Your Lawn Allows Plants to Breathe, Get Light & Water
When leaves and other debris are left to sit on top of your grass, it...
Published on Sunday, July 14, 2019
During the summer months, we like to enjoy our front and back yards as much as possible. But the constant presence of common, annoying pests such as mosquitoes can make that difficult. Keeping these pests at bay is important for a number of reasons.
Here is why you should consider using a mosquito control program for your home in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, and other central Iowa areas.
Mosquitoes Transmit Diseases Such as West Nile Virus & Encephalitis...
Published on Tuesday, July 02, 2019
No one wants to walk out and see a brown patch developing in their lawn, especially when they have invested a lot of money into making sure their grass looks green and healthy.
There are many reasons why your lawn could have a brown patch, including fungal disease, improper watering, or insect infestation. If you live in central Iowa areas such as Des Moines, West Des Moines, or Ankeny, then take a look to see what could be causing your lawn’s brown patch.
Fungal...
Published on Thursday, June 20, 2019
If you are looking to revitalize your landscaping at your residential or commercial property in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, and other nearby central Iowa areas, there are many ways to do this.
You can add new retaining walls, redo the beds completely, replenish mulch, or if you’re looking for something simpler, consider planting annual flowers in your landscaping beds.
Here are some reasons why adding annual flowers benefits your lawn and landscaping.
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