How to Recognize and Treat for Chinch Bugs in North Texas
August 22, 2018What is a Cinch Bug? Chinch bugs are a common pest of St. Augustine grass in North Texas and often cause significant damage during the summer months. Although it is a serious pest only on St. Augustine lawns, the chinch…
Keep a Healthy Lawn During Water Restrictions
July 3, 2018Hot, dry days and water restrictions don’t mean you have to let your grass die. Watering more effectively a few times a month can help keep a healthier lawn, even when there’s a cap on the usage of water. Measure sprinkler…
This Winter, Don’t Forget to Water the Lawn
January 18, 2017Before the big winter freeze hits, don’t forget the importance of giving your turf grass plenty of water to help it through the cold season. A few well-timed sprinkler sessions will protect your lawn’s root system and help create a stronger…
Topdressing Your Lawn with Compost
August 2, 2016Healthy lawns have soil that thrives season after season. Since most North Texas lawns have poor soil quality, topdressing your lawn is an important, often overlooked lawn chore. By adding a modest layer of compost across your lawn you can…
Excessive Weeds After a Mild Winter
May 10, 2016After an unusually mild winter, North Texans tend to notice excessive weeds in their lawn. Typically, multiple “hard” freezing temperatures inhibit the growth of new weeds the following season while warm winter temperatures typically result in more spring weeds. This causes…
Spring: An Open Invitation For Lawn Fungus
April 1, 2016Due to rapid temperature changes each spring, St. Augustine lawns are vulnerable to spring lawn fungus. “Brown Patch”, “Take All Root Rot” and “Grey Leaf Spot” are common lawn diseases caused by fungus growth in St. Augustine lawns. Whether you…
Early Spring Lawn Tips
February 29, 2016Some lawn problems that plague yards later in the year can be avoided or controlled by taking some steps in early spring. Here are some tips to help you get the most from your lawn care investment. Prevent Weeds in Zoysia and Bermuda Young…
Protect Plants From Frost Damage
January 25, 2016Although most shrubs and trees survive Texas winters, you should always be ready for a serious cold snap. Did you know frost damage to landscape plants can even occur with temperatures in the upper 30’s? Do not use plastic,…
Lawn Tips for Fall
November 20, 2015In the fall, turfgrass can still reap positive results from pre-emergent weed control and fertilizer. In addition to surface lawn treatments, a few adjustments to your lawncare routine can prepare your grass for a healthier spring. Mow: Don’t scalp your lawn. Raise the lawn…
Brown Patch Fungus
October 26, 2015Brown Patch Fungus – Homeowner’s often contact us about brown patches that appear in their north Texas lawns. ‘Brown patch‘ is actually the Rhizoctonia fungus species. Brown patch fungus has the potential to cause widespread damage to Dallas lawns. It affects warm season turf…