Spring is one of the most beautiful times of the year, and one of the best times to make the most of one’s lawn in terms of enjoying its greenery to the fullest. But it takes some work to get your desired lawn in spring that this blog aims to discuss. Here are some tips to get your turf ready for the spring: Spring cleaning- This is the first step, and is a major step in your spring lawn care routine. It’s time to eliminate those branches, leaves, debris from your turf that gathered during wintertime since all these makes the turf susceptible to diseases. If proper steps aren’t taken on time, your yard will bear the brunt of it. So it’s crucial to take the necessary steps to lay a clean and solid foundation for a green turf all season long. Mowing- The role mowing plays in shaping the turf cannot be overstated. Mowing, watering and fertilizing are at the center of turf care and maintenance. A mowing routine ensures the upkeep of your turf. There’s no time better than the spring to create a mowing schedule that you should carry on through the summer. When it comes to mowing, you must take into account factors like your grass type, drainage, and sun exposure, which makes it wise to enlist help of professionals for the best outcome for your lawn and your house. Just keep one thing in mind when you mow is to never cut more than one-third of the grass blade at one mow. Give your grass the breathing space- Air needs to be circulated properly for the turfgrass to breathe. However, oftentimes grass is unable to take in proper carbon dioxide from the soil due to compaction and thatch accumulation that must be dealt with at the earliest. Yearly core aeration is the way forward in this regard, which aids in proper air circulation therefore providing turfgrass enough room to breathe and grow. Aeration is one such service by Curb Appeal Lawn Care that Simpsonville homeowners vouch for. This vital yard care service paves the way for more nutrients and water to reach deep into the roots. Now that you know what goes into spring lawn care, what are you waiting for! Just go ahead and make the most of spring lawn care. If you get stuck somewhere, just give a call to Curb Appeal Lawn Care without thinking twice and we will do the needful. To prepare your yard for spring lawn care, Curb Appeal Lawn Care Simpsonville, SC is just a call away. For yard care services, call us on 864-399-9185. Call us now and a professional will be at your doorstep in no time carrying out all your turf work for a healthy and green yard that is long-lasting. Our affordable yard care services in and around Simpsonville makes it easy for you to have and enjoy a well-manicured turf all year-round. A flourishing and green lawn is just a phone call away.
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Winter doesn’t mean you relinquish lawn care. In fact, this is a crucial time to ensure the upkeep of your turf so that you have a lush, green lawn during spring. Outlining the tips to stay on top of your lawn care game during winter: Mowing- Mowing is at the center of yard care and maintenance. During winters, your grass is going to set foot into dormancy meaning there won’t be usual growth. This makes your grass more prone to damage in the form of diseases and injury due to heavy traffic from animals, people and vehicles. Also the healing period for any damage during the winter is longer. So as you are going to give the turfgrass a final mow, make sure to not cut more than one-third of the grass blade. Set your mower at a lower height for a low cut prior to the grass entering dormancy. Also, avoid mowing when grass is wet (which is by late winter when it rains). Stay clear of the grass at all costs- Avoid walking on frozen grass how much ever tempting it might be, as then the grass blades can go for a toss. So avoid causing harm by keeping off the grass. Also, damage during wintertime is more serious (as grass enters hibernation) therefore will take longer to be restored to health. Fertilizing- The ideal time to fertilize is fall and not winter for the grass roots to store the valuable nutrients and utilize them during the period of dormancy, which will help your turfgrass maintain its greenery. Avoid fertilizing the turf during winter. It will be more damaging than you can imagine. It is a good idea to let experts take care of your late winter fertilization or fall fertilization for the best outcomes. Look forward to the spring- Once you are done with winter lawn care, it’s time to look forward to the spring in terms of adopting measures for a healthy yard during springtime. Spring yard care services are what you must focus on and call professionals early on to get your lawn off to its best start possible. It is a good idea to outsource your lawn work to professionals, who will bring in their expertise and wealth of experience to ensure you have the best looking yard on the block. Curb Appeal Lawn Care, Simpsonville, SC has been serving Simpsonville since many years now with homeowners vouching for our services and budgeted solutions in yard care. We take every necessary measure to keep your turf looking a class apart to the extent of making your neighbors green with envy. It is very important to note here that how you treat your turf during the winter plays a huge role in how your turf will shape up during the spring. So you’d rather invest in winter lawn care than giving it a miss. If you aspire for a green spring, Curb Appeal Lawn Care is just a phone call away. For lawn care services, contact Curb Appeal Lawn Care on 864-399-9185. Winter doesn’t mean you completely overlook your lawn’s caring aspect. In fact, this is a crucial time when you must prioritize turf maintenance in order to ensure a lush, green turf during the spring time and for it to last summer long. The major steps to take to prepare your turf for the winters are fertilizing your turf, aerating your lawn, overseeding and preparing lawn equipment for winter storage. Here are some of the benefits of winter yard care:
The ideal time for these aforementioned measures is between late October and late November, although everything depends on the place where you live and its climate. Remember to maintain the grass height at 2-2.5 inches, which is adequate to keep snow mold at bay and also to keep your turf from getting stressed from the cold temperatures. It is equally important to prepare all your lawn equipment- lawn mowers, weed trimmers, lawn edgers, leaf blowers, chainsaws- for winter storage too to prevent any unnecessary issues when you use then during spring arising out of all the months of not using them during winter. For example, here are some steps to prepare your lawn mower for storage:
Caring for your turf during wintertime will hold it in good stead (during the summer and spring time). So what are you waiting for! Curb Appeal Lawn Care in Simpsonville, SC is just a call away. From lawn mowing Simpsonville, to aerating and seeding, our services are cost-effective and unparalleled. Reach out to us at 864-399-9185, and in no time will our professional be at your doorstep to ensure you enjoy a thriving yard all spring and summer long. When you have a lawn, it will be susceptible to diseases making it imperative you pay good attention to yard care and maintenance. There’s no substitute for proper turf care practices, including mowing, watering and fertilizing when it comes to keeping lawn diseases at bay. This blog aims to discuss some common winter turf diseases that you should keep an eye out for to be able to deal with it at the earliest. Be it your health or your lawn, diseases can lead to damage beyond repair. So why increase your risk for it (diseases) when you can easily stay in good shape and keep your turf too by adopting some simple (lawn care) measures (as mentioned above). Listing common winter turf diseases: Brown patch- No matter it is warm-season or cool-season grass, every type of grass is prone to this fungal disease. If left unchecked or untreated, before you know it the patch will have taken over your entire turf that started as a small spot. Excess of rainfall, compromised irrigation and cooler temperatures mainly contribute to this disease where the leaf blade simply separates from the ground on being pulled. The first and most effective solution to this issue is by keeping water from collecting in any area of your turf to rid your turf of excessive moisture (yearly aeration is what lawn care professionals recommend). Then of course, you can utilize fungicides too through their application. Snow Mold- This is a very common winter turf disease (fungal disease) where grass under frozen snow is destroyed as the snow melts. Lawns with Kentucky bluegrass and fescue are the least prone to this disease that is commonly seen in the late winter. Susceptibility for this disease is higher for Perennial Ryegrass and Annual Meadow-grass. Of course, applying a fungicide is the best way forward. Besides that, make sure to steer clear of the grass meaning walking on it, avoid using a fertilizer with high nitrogen content, and make sure to aerate your turf to mitigate compaction of soil. Red Thread- Fescues and perennial ryegrass are the most prone, and the disease mainly takes place when your lawn lacks nutrients meaning lack of adequate fertilizing. It is only in the late autumn or summer that you may come to know of this disease when it’s too late. So preventing it in the first place is the best way forward. Aerating the soil is the first step in that direction. Follow this up by fertilizing your lawn every spring or summer to keep Red Thread from wreaking havoc in winter. Always remember prevention any day is the best cure. Lawn disease prevention is possible through sticking to a yard care schedule all year-round, no matter the season, including winter. The grass having become dormant in winter doesn’t mean your turf doesn’t require care. In fact, it needs care even more for it to thrive back to life in spring. Following a lawn maintenance/treatment schedule throughout the year will automatically shield it from all forms of diseases and pests. If you are looking at professional Simpsonville lawn care services, reach out to the acclaimed Curb Appeal Lawn Care on 864-399-9185. An array of services is what’s on offer and at the best rates possible. Having a lawn also means you’ll have to tackle a host of issues associated with it, such as, weeds, diseases and pests. However, proper and consistent lawn care can keep these issues from occurring. Maintaining your yard through timely mowing, watering and fertilizing is the best line of defense against any lawn disease, pest, or weeds. So following a proper lawn care schedule is key. Here are some tips to effectively deal with common lawn issues by Simpsonville lawn care providers: Lawn diseases Some common lawn diseases include
It is important to recognize the problem early so as to keep the situation from worsening further. Some effective measures to keep the disease from spreading include
Pests This is another major problem that homeowners find daunting. Outlining some common pests lawns are susceptible to:
Some preventative and control measures include
Weeds Weeds are another issue most homeowners grapple with. Common lawn weeds include
If it (weeds) goes unnoticed and left unchecked, before you know it weeds have taken over your turf by smothering the healthy grass. A well-maintained yard by following the essential cultural practices to every type of turf that is there is the best defense, including mowing, fertilizing and watering. Make sure to mow at the appropriate height for your turf grass type to keep weeds at bay. Besides this, there is post-emergent herbicide, which should be applied the moment you come across a weed in your lawn. So stay vigilant. If you are a resident of Simpsonville and looking for professional yard care services, without delay call the acclaimed Curb Appeal Lawn Care on 864-399-9185. We offer an array of services at affordable rates in our bid for Simpsonville homeowners to achieve a healthy and green turf. You may not be paying a lot of attention to the leaves on your turf, but it is wise to remove them for a thriving yard in spring. Leaving the fall leaves as it is will harm your turf in more ways than one. Your turf will be at the receiving end of a host of problems when you don’t rid it of the fall leaves. This blog aims to discuss just that so that you don’t have to bear the brunt of letting fall leaves accumulate in the lawn. Facts about leaf removal:
It must be noted that ridding your precious turf off the leaves will keep it clear of fungus, diseases, and prevent death of healthy grass. This is where the significance of leaf removal lies, and its importance cannot be stressed enough. However, you don’t have to do it yourself if you already are overburdened with other stuff. Reach out to the acclaimed Curb Appeal Lawn Care in Simpsonville on 864-399-9185. Leaf removal/property clean-ups is one of our sought-after services that homeowners vouch for. Some of our other cost-effective services include mowing, weedeating, edging, blowing; hedge trimming; mulch and pine needles, and more. Regular lawn care and maintenance is the best way to keep turf issues away. Bugs are an inevitable part of a lawn. You have to learn how to deal with these so that they don’t ruin your turf that you most probably have so arduously worked to keep in shape. Bugs range from mosquitoes, ticks to fleas, ants, and more. These are examples of bugs that can completely ruin the fun of backyard festivities that you may have worked meticulously to bring to life for your guests to make the most of your hospitality, not to mention the diseases that you are susceptible to because of these bugs. Then there are bugs that target your turfgrass or the roots. So let’s start with the explainer on how you can deal with these pesky bugs. Talking about dealing with bugs like mosquitoes, fleas, etc. your mind may take you to insecticides, which truth be told, can be harmful for both your turf and you. Just by consistently maintaining your yard will cut back any necessity for any harmful chemical.
Now let’s talk a little about the bugs that target the turfgrass meaning these satisfy their hunger by feeding on the grass or its roots. Some examples include chinch bugs, grubs, and armyworms. This can lead to brown patches around the turf, completely destroying your turf’s look and health. Again a great prevention measure is to keep your turf well-maintained by removing any clutter, imparting a clean look to your turf through proper mowing and trimming of the hedges, standing water can be breeding ground for bugs and pests, so make sure to eliminate any areas of standing water in your lawn, last, but not the least, considering professional turf care/pest control service. Winter is not the time to completely ignore your yard, or fall for that matter. In fact, how you take care of your turf during fall will largely contribute to how your turf will appear during spring. If you wish for a lush, green yard, it is important to steer clear of a few fall care mistakes that most homeowners tend to make, or your turf may bear the brunt of your mistakes (negligence). Pressing the pause button on lawn care during fall is a big NO. You’ll be thankful to the lawn care measures you take during fall. If done correctly, you’ll end up with a healthy and thriving lawn during spring. If you overlook fall yard care, you’d end up with damaged turf which obviously you don’t want. Listing common fall yard care mistakes made by homeowners- by landscaping Simpsonville professionals- so you can avoid them for a lush and beautiful turf: Overwatering- This is one of the common mistakes made by homeowners. Yes, fall comes after your summer but that doesn’t mean you keep continuing on your watering spree. Just relax and do not overwater your turf, which will increase your turf’s susceptibility to diseases. Just one inch of water per week is okay. The best watering practice is to water 3-4 days in a week, and when you do it do so deeply that will facilitate deep roots development. Using dull mower blades for the task- Lawn care is incomplete without mowing. Mowing is at the center of a healthy turf. However, the results are as good as your mowing practices. Mowing incorrectly can be a serious setback for the yard care process. Some good mowing practices to follow include not using a mower with dull blades and do not cut more than one-third of the grass (set your mower high). It is important to adhere to these guidelines, or you’d be putting your yard at a greater risk for weeds and diseases. Sharpen your mower blades once every year for a clean and even cut, which will help retain the aesthetics. Some other tips or mistakes to avoid:
For fall lawn maintenance, you can resort to professional yard care services, such as the acclaimed Curb Appeal Lawn Care in SC. We offer an array of affordable turf care services all year-round. To know more about our services or to hire us, get in touch with us on 864-399-9185. Reap full spectrum of the benefits of our personalized yard care plans. Everybody desires and deserves a lush, green lawn, and why not, it boosts the aesthetic value of a property. The importance of having your turf well-maintained cannot be emphasized enough. However, when you have a turf, you have to deal with the diseases, too, that all turfs are susceptible to. This is where yard care and healthy landscape maintenance comes into the picture since yard maintenance on a consistent basis is the best line of defense against pests, weeds and diseases. This blog aims to throw light upon yellow patches on your turf that can drastically take a toll on the look of your turf. No matter it is a small yellow spot or a large area of yellow, without delay you must work towards fixing it before it gets too late. Yellow patch is a common lawn disease that mainly occurs due to the following:
Follow the instructions as you apply the fertilizer. Also if you see your dog urinating in the turf, apply water to the area right away. This will clean the grass off of the substance. If you are thinking about utilizing a professional lawn care Simpsonville SC service, without delay contact the acclaimed Curb Appeal Lawn Care on 864-399-9185. We’ll arrive at a lawn care plan tailored to your turf’s needs and requirements. There is no running away from diseases on your turf when you have a lawn. At the same time, there’s nothing to worry about too, since with the right lawn care practices you can naturally prevent the common lawn diseases. Turf diseases can be a major headache for house owners, this is where the importance of cultural practices to keep your yard in good shape lies. Proper mowing, watering and fertilizing, and you are in for a thriving yard devoid of pests and diseases. This blog aims to throw light upon the Fairy Ring Disease, which kind of is a fungal turf disease. The disease mainly is caused by fungi in the soil. You may come across patches or rings of dark green grass, which indicate fairy ring. It must be noted that the prevalence of this disease is higher in the dry summer months and in soil that lacks nutrients (this is where fertilizing comes into the picture). Preventive measures:
It’s really important to prevent a disease like Fairy Ring, which can wreak havoc on your yard in terms of destroying the look of your turf. Aside from that, the rings can damage huge portions of the turf through expansion (rings can be 2-20 feet and can expand to 100 feet in diameter). Not to mention the chemicals let out by the fungi that can weaken the turf beyond repair. This is how destructive fungal lawn diseases are! Some control measures:
Remember every turf grass is prone to fairy ring disease, it is not confined to any one particular type of grass. Symptoms and causes vary since there are different types of Fairy Ring diseases. In this context, fungicide applications may not be dependable (or best to be consulted with an expert over), using a preventative strategy is the best way forward. Due to lack of time, most homeowners are unable to follow the proper lawn maintenance guidelines to keep their yard thriving. This is where professional yard care services can hold you in good stead. Curb Appeal Lawn Care in Simpsonville, SC, offers a range of yard care services, including watering, mowing, aerating, seeding, weed eating, applying fertilizer and leaf removal that will restore your lawn and keep any type of lawn disease at bay. With us, your yard will be healthy again in no time. Call Curb Appeal Lawn Care on 864-399-9185. |
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