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The sweltering Texas summer can be brutal, with temperatures soaring into the triple digits. In such conditions, lawns can easily become stressed and brown if not appropriately watered. However, indiscriminate watering isn't the solution either, as it can lead to...

Preparing Your Texas Lawn for Winter While winters in Texas aren’t as severe as those in the northern states, seasonal changes can still be tough on the landscape. As the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, it's essential to take steps to prepare your Texas...

You could have fire ants in your yard right now and not even know it. That’s because fire ant colonies start small. It takes a few months for fire ant colonies to become large enough for them to be noticeable.  Once you do start to notice fire ant mounds in your...

Dealing with weeds is the frustrating reality of owning a lawn. You can do everything right and still have weeds crop up everywhere. In addition, weed control can be a tricky thing; even lawn care companies sometimes struggle to get rid of weeds completely. So, keep...

With 79% of Americans valuing their lawns, it's an important element of the home to look after. One of the most common problems a lawn will encounter is weeds.  Weed control is the best way to combat this problem. Weeds are hardy and difficult to deal with....

Did you know that 3 in 4 Americans have a lawn that they need to take care of? However, many of those people do not know how to properly take care of their lawn, so lawn care goes out the window. But the tree and shrub care is vital for not only the aesthetics of...

The average American homeowner spends roughly 70 hours a year caring for their lawns, yards, and gardens. That's a lot of time, yet caring for your lawn results in a nice-looking yard.  Lawn care involves mowing, trimming, and many other steps. But do you ever...

Cultivating a healthier, greener lawn is far more important than just aesthetics. A lawn that's in good shape is a lawn that's safe for your kids to play on, keeps your HOA happy (if you have one), and may even increase your property value. Applying lawn fertilizer is...

Ah, springtime. The period of blooming flowers, flowing pollen, and renewed life...except your lawn seemed to have missed the memo. Has this past winter wreaked havoc on your lawn? After the many cold snaps we've experienced, it would be no surprise if you were...

Did you know that grasses make up 26 percent of the plant life on Earth? It's essential to understand the grass type you have in your yard and how to take care of it. The grasses in the northeast are not the same grass type as what you will find in the south. ...

It's happened to many of us. You pick the perfect spot for a picnic or a bit of outdoor relaxation, and then all of a sudden you feel intense, shooting pain. So you look down and sure enough, it's clear you've run afoul of the local fire ants. Fire ants are a common...

With summer just around the corner, it's time to think about getting your yard ready. Having a healthy, comfortable yard to spend your summer days and nights in is a priority for any Texan. Not every homeowner has the time to put into servicing their yard, however....

An estimated 79% of home buyers claim that having a lawn is important to them. We can't say we blame them. What's better than a lush, green, well-manicured lawn? The trouble is that many homeowners don't take the time to learn how to care for their lawn the right way....

The average American spends about three hours a week thinking about their lawn. That doesn't even include the many hours of yard maintenance many Americans spend doing per week as well. With warmer weather right around the corner, now is the time to start thinking...

Many people love to have a little bit of nature around their house. However, it is just as important to them that their lawn be beautiful. Maybe that is why the industry for landscaping services in the United States alone is worth more than $115 billion. However,...

Many homeowners claim that lawn care is one of the most tedious and daunting upkeeping tasks they face each year. In fact, many owners hire out for these services, spending on average $500 per year.  There are multiple benefits of hiring seasonal lawn care...

Any good weed control program includes a pre-emergent treatment. To know how best to use a pre-emergent, you need to understand what pre-emergents are. Pre-Emergent Breakdown Pre-emergents have a specific science behind them, we'll take a more detailed look below. A...

Grass typically stops growing once temperatures are consistently between 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Because of these cooler temperatures, the grass is unable to receive the proper moisture and sunlight it needs. If the grass is unable to stay protected and maintained...