Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden

  • 5 Things to Know About ProVista™ St. Augustine Grass

    While lawn mowing is a necessary part of maintaining a healthy lawn, it is rarely anyone’s favorite task. Many homeowners look for ways to reduce mowing, manage weeds more effectively, and still enjoy a thick, dark green lawn that looks good year-round.

  • How to Dethatch a Lawn & Why You Should

    Lawn maintenance is an ongoing process to keep your grass healthy. So when it isn’t, despite your best efforts, there’s one possible reason you should investigate—thatch.
  • Best Practices for Watering Lawns in Florida

    Watering your lawn requires balance—too much or too little can damage grass, encourage diseases, and invite weed and pest issues. Understanding how often and for how long to water your lawn will not only keep your lawn healthy, hydrated, and resistant to diseases, but it can also save you time and money and ultimately conserve water.
  • 3 Most Common Zoysiagrass Diseases & How to Treat Them

    Zoysiagrass is a favorite among warm-season grasses for its dense growth, attractive color, and drought tolerance. Still, even a healthy Zoysia lawn can develop problems when under stress.

  • Is Zoysia Grass Dog-Friendly?

    Few things complement a home better than being surrounded by a lush, healthy, green lawn. However, with the joyful presence of dogs, it’s essential to consider a type of grass that can withstand foot traffic and ruff play.
  • A Brief Guide to Soil Testing When Planting Grass Plugs

    When you’re not sure about the specific nutrients your lawn needs to perform its best, a soil test before planting grass plugs offers valuable information on soil pH as well as macronutrients and micronutrient levels.

  • Does Zoysiagrass Turn Brown in Winter?

    For many homeowners, the short answer is yes, and while the color change can be surprising, it is completely normal. Zoysia is a warm-season grass widely used in residential lawns because of its durability, appearance, and low maintenance needs.

  • How to Winterize Your Lawn

    Applying fertilizer to winterize your lawn seems like a no-brainer. But what about in Florida, where snow and freezing temperatures are not usually a concern? The answer is yes.
  • How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn?

    Lawn care takes a delicate balance, requiring the right amounts of fertilizer and water for optimal growth. Similarly, while regular mowing is essential, striking the right balance does more than just keep your lawn neat; it also contributes to its long-term health.

  • 5 Common Fungi in Lawns and How to Treat Them

    Maintaining a healthy lawn is a year-round endeavor that requires constant attention and care. This is particularly true in Florida, where the warm, humid subtropical climate makes it susceptible to fungal infections throughout the year. In addition to warm-season grasses like Zoysia grass, this unique condition provides an optimal environment for fungal diseases, like brown patch disease and leaf spot fungus.

  • What Happens If You Let Grass Grow Too Long?

    A consistent lawn care routine that involves watering, fertilizing, and mowing is essential to maintaining optimal lawn health. Moreover, keeping the grass at an appropriate height not only makes your landscape look better but also encourages stronger root growth.

  • Why is My Zoysia Grass Not Growing?

    Many grass varieties stay lush and green through various seasons and become dormant when the temperatures drop. Zoysia grass is a warm-season variety well-adapted to the warm and sunny Florida climate. While it usually enters dormancy in winter, it should return to its vigorous state when spring arrives.