3 Spring-Blooming Weeds to Watch Out for in Indiana

Weeds are not only a pesky eyesore, but they can also steal sunlight, water, and vital nutrients from your grass. Some specific weeds you should watch out for are chickweed, henbit, and purple deadnettle. Chickweed has oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. Henbit has small, hairy leaves and can grow reddish-purple flowers. Purple deadnettle has green […]

3 Mistakes to Avoid While Seeding Your New Lawn

When seeding a new lawn, you know you will need some extra TLC to get those seeds off the ground, but many people still make three common mistakes that stunt the growth of their new lawn. The first is not adding fresh topsoil and just going with what you have, which may be dry or […]

3 Reasons Why You Need to Replenish Your Mulch in the Spring

Installing mulch in your landscape beds provides various health and aesthetic benefits. However, you need to replenish it regularly so your plants can make the most out of this ground cover. Mulch breaks down and decomposes over time. While it’s a natural process, being covered in snow during the winter can deplete the mulch on […]

2022 Lawn Care & Maintenance Checklist for the Spring Season

The spring season of 2022 is approaching, which means it’s time to whip up a checklist for all your lawn care and maintenance needs to ensure your lawn in Indiana is as healthy as possible for the new growing season. After winter, your lawn will need spring cleanups, fertilization, weed control, liquid aeration, and lawn […]

4 Flowers to Add to Your Garden This Spring in Indiana

Are you on the hunt for the perfect flowers to add to your garden this spring? If so, look no further; here are 4 flowers that will make a colorful addition to your garden here in Indiana. Azaleas are funnel-shaped flowers that come in yellow, purple, and varying shades of pink. Coneflowers are a type of daisy that come […]

Cleaning up Lawn Debris in the Spring Is More Important Than You Think

The fall season here in Indiana can leave your lawn littered with dead branches and piles of leaves. Although it can be easy to ignore that debris when spring rolls around, that excess debris could be weakening your turf and making it harder for your lawn to emerge from winter dormancy. Debris does this by smothering […]

Is Mulch or Rock a Better Ground Cover for Your Landscape Beds?

If you’re on the hunt for a stylish way to tidy up your landscape beds and protect your plants, a ground cover might be just what you’re looking for. However, it can be difficult to decide whether to use rocks or mulch for your ground cover. Both mulch and rock ground covers do offer a variety […]

When Should You Perform the First Mow of the Year in Indiana?

Mowing your lawn is an important part of maintaining your turf and keeping it healthy. However, many property owners here in Indiana aren’t sure when to perform the first mow of the year following the harsh winter season. There isn’t a set time when you should start mowing your lawn again, but there are a few […]

Keep Your Eye Out for Chinch Bug Lawn Damage This Spring

Here in Indiana, chinch bugs are commonly found lawn insects that can cause a lot of costly damage to your turf. These insects are quite small and are hard to notice until you begin to see the damage they are causing to your lawn. Chinch bugs typically emerge during the spring and feed on your grass […]

Are Dandelions Taking Over Your Lawn? Here’s How to Show Them Who’s Boss

Are pesky dandelions taking over your property here in Indiana? If so, here are some things you can do to show these annoying weeds who’s boss. Firstly, you should keep in mind that pulling the dandelions will actually spread their seeds and make the problem worse. One way to deal with these weeds is to […]