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The secret to good lawns is good soil
Published on July 25, 2013
Many home lawns face challenges that can’t be solved with fertilizer or pesticide applications. Often you have to look deeper to find the solution. -
Tips for seeding your lawn during summer
Published on July 11, 2013
Summer conditions make it difficult to establish new grass in lawns. Here are some tips if you can’t wait for fall. -
Will your lawn be attacked by grubs this year?
Published on July 8, 2013
Smart gardeners check for beetles now to predict whether grubs are a problem. -
Two easy tips for avoiding grub damage in your yard
Published on June 27, 2013
July is the best time to treat for European chafer grubs in home lawns, or you can avoid this problem by irrigating more and raising the mowing height. -
Controlling crabgrass after it emerges
Published on June 27, 2013
Crabgrass has emerged in many turf and lawn areas, and there are several herbicide options available for post-emergence control. -
Turf and lawn tips during wet, cool weather
Published on June 13, 2013
Cool, wet weather has impacted turf growth, fertilizer applications and turf health. -
When grass produces seedheads
Published on May 30, 2013
Seedheads in lawns are a natural process that can’t be avoided, but keeping your mower blade sharp and applying fertilizer will keep the lawn healthy and looking good. -
Dandelions painting turf and lawns yellow
Published on May 9, 2013
Another annual rite of spring is upon us: dandelions. The best time to control will be at the puff ball stage. -
Quackgrass now appearing in turf
Published on May 2, 2013
Quackgrass infestations in lawns and other turf areas stand out this time of year due to accelerated top growth. -
Watch for European crane fly damage in Grand Rapids, Mich., and Detroit area
Published on May 2, 2013
Watch for European crane fly damage to lawns and golf courses in May. To be better prepared, here are pictures of European crane fly larvae, adults and turf damage.
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