Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden

  • The Benefits of Using Climate-Specific Grass for Your Lawn

    In regions like Florida, where warm-season grasses are widely used, the choice of grass is far from purely aesthetic. Instead, it’s a thoughtful decision rooted in adaptability to the local climate.

  • 6 Essential Winter Lawn Maintenance Tasks to Complete Now

    Florida winters bring a delightful respite from the sweltering summer heat. With average temperatures ranging from 60 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s the perfect season for outdoor activities, exploration, and managing long-overdue lawn care tasks.

  • Is ProVista St. Augustine Grass Worth It?

    Florida’s warm, sunny climate makes it an excellent place to grow grass. With mild winters and plenty of sunshine, it provides ideal conditions for lush lawns. However, some grass varieties are specifically cultivated to thrive in this unique environment, offering superior performance in challenging conditions.

  • Early Signs of Armyworm Infestation in Your Lawn

    Armyworms may be small, but their damage on lawns can be devastating. Alongside chinch bugs and white grubs, these pests rank among the most destructive threats to turfgrass. Without early intervention, they can quickly transform a lush, green lawn into a patchy, brown eyesore.

  • Post-NYE Lawn Care: How to Fix Grass After Fireworks Damage

    As the New Year begins, many of us are still basking in the glow of festive celebrations. Yet, for homeowners who hosted their own NYE fireworks display, a post-party task that can’t be ignored is lawn recovery.

  • How to Identify and Remove White Fungus on Grass

    When you see your lawn covered with white powdery spots, you might mistake it for snow. But in temperate climates like Florida, snow is rarely the reason.

  • Which St. Augustine Grass is Best for Your Lawn?

    St. Augustine grass is a widely used warm-season grass, valued for its adaptability to diverse conditions, including drought-prone areas and partial shade.

  • How to Repair Bare Patches in St. Augustine Grass

    Bare patches in a St. Augustine lawn are more than simply an eyesore—they invite a host of other problems. Weeds can invade these gaps, and aggressive grasses like bermudagrass may creep in and take over.

  • 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.