Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden

  • Chickweed Troubles? Here's How to Remove It

    Chickweed is a persistent problem in Florida lawns, especially during cooler months. This invasive weed thrives in nitrogen-rich soil and quickly spreads across bare patches, forming dense mats that can outcompete turfgrass.
  • Which Grass Type Grows Best in Shade?

    Grasses and trees have long shared landscapes but often struggle to coexist. Trees naturally create dense canopies, casting shade that limits the sunlight reaching the ground. Most turf grasses need four to six hours of direct sun daily to thrive.
  • How to Safely Remove Bermudagrass From St. Augustine Lawns

    Discovering that a different type of grass is invading your well-established St. Augustine lawn can be a frustrating experience. If you see bermudagrass creeping in, you should act quickly before the issue worsens.
  • Effortless Ways to Get Your Lawn Ready for Holiday Guests

    The holiday season brings a sense of joy and anticipation. It's a time for gathering, celebrating, and creating traditions with loved ones.
  • Most Durable Grass Types That Can Handle Rough Play

    Creating a yard that can withstand the boundless energy of children and pets is a top priority for many parents. But to keep your outdoor space functional and beautiful, you have to choose the right grass.
  • 5 Tips to Make Your Lawn Ready for Thanksgiving Guests

    Thanksgiving is a time filled with joy, delicious meals, and the comforting aroma of baked goods. It’s the season to gather with family and friends, celebrate the beauty of togetherness, and reflect on what we’re most grateful for.
  • Winter Lawn Care in Florida: How Often Should You Water?

    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.
  • FAQ: Why is My Lawn Looking Worse After Dethatching?

    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.
  • How Long Should You Wait to Mow New Grass?

    After putting in the effort to plant grass plugs to renovate your lawn, you’re likely thrilled to see fresh, green blades emerging. The new growth...
  • How to Fix and Prevent Tire Tracks on Lawn

    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.
  • Can Grass Plugs Be Planted in Winter?

    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.
  • 7 Common Challenges with Grass Plugging and How to Fix Them

    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.