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Gazing at bare patches in your lawn? You’re not alone. Those thin, ugly spots are such a pain. They can feel especially frustrating when the rest of your yard looks healthy. Whether they were caused by pets, heavy foot traffic, pests, drought stress, or poor soil conditions, bare spots have a way of showing up at the worst possible time.
Read MoreSummertime in Massachusetts can be beautiful—sunny skies, backyard BBQs, and warm evenings on the porch. But while you’re enjoying all that, your lawn might be struggling under the intense heat. The hot, dry days of summer, combined with occasional drought conditions and increased foot traffic from outdoor activities, can put a lot of stress on your grass. Without the right care, you may start to see signs of trouble: brown patches, thinning areas, or even sections of turf that dry out and die completely.
Read MoreIn much of the Northern Hemisphere, August is one of the hottest months of the year. As a result, many lawns are parched, with patches of brown and an overgrowth of hardy weeds scarring the landscape. Keeping a lawn green year-round is especially challenging this time of year; even more so if your area has seen a relentless onslaught of summer heat or drought conditions, or your city or municipality has placed restrictions on your use of water.
Read MoreMany of us fantasize about having our own little fix of green toward the front or the rear of our homes. The trouble with turning this into a reality lies in the details — seeing how to lay the grass, and caring for your yard consistently. Yards require more maintenance than your typical plants, but having said that, a lavish yard isn't unattainable.
Read MoreIf you own a home, odds are good you have ideas about how your dream lawn should look. Making that vision a reality typically involves landscaping work.
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