If you’ve spent the year nursing your lawn back to life in Florida, you know it’s been through a lot. From scorching summer heat that leaves grass blades parched to heavy rains that leave the ground waterlogged, your grass faces a cycle of stress and recovery.
Dethatching is a common lawn care practice aimed at improving the health and appearance of your lawn. It involves removing a matted layer of organic material—known as thatch—that accumulates on the soil surface just below the grass blades.
Home improvements and yard projects can improve our spaces, but they often leave unintended marks on the lawn. Heavy equipment, delivery trucks, or even personal vehicles left on the grass can leave deep tire tracks, transforming once-pristine lawns into uneven, rutted surfaces.
The unique Florida climate creates a rollercoaster of challenges for homeowners. With scorching summers and the unpredictability of hurricane season in the fall, the window for repairing and maintaining a lawn without interference can seem tight.
Even the healthiest lawns can suffer from damage. Whether it's from heavy foot traffic, poor lawn maintenance, Fido's pee, or harsh, unpredictable weather, your once-perfect yard can develop bare patches or thinning grass. But don't worry—there’s a practical solution: grass plugging.
With many grass varieties available, creating the perfect lawn requires more than simply an eye for aesthetics. The real success of a lush green expanse lies in choosing a grass type well-suited to your specific yard conditions.
As we continue into fall, many homeowners expect a break from lawn care as warm-season grasses enter winter dormancy, signaling the end of the growing season. In Florida, though, warm temperatures linger longer; thus, grass grows, and lawn care continues.
When it comes to grass varieties that can withstand various challenging conditions, bermudagrass often tops the list. Characterized by its heat tolerance, drought resilience, and impressive durability against heavy foot traffic, bermudagrass is a favorite among homeowners and sports fields alike
As a dog owner, it’s a scene you know all too well—the telltale signs of mischief. Your dog enters the house, leaving muddy paw prints everywhere, their fur and nose caked in dirt—they’ve been digging yet again.
While yellowing grass may seem alarming, it’s sometimes a natural response to dropping temperatures as your lawn enters a dormant state. Dormancy allows grass to conserve energy and withstand seasonal changes.
From mid-August to late October, Florida experiences the peak of hurricane season, and this year has been no exception, with numerous heavy rains and intense storms sweeping through the state. While we often prepare for the long, dry, and hot summer months, your lawn requires just as much attention to prepare for these stormy periods.