by Green Thumb Expert | Aug 25, 2014 | Shrubs and Trees, Turf Grass, Weed Control
Home landscape installations can add interest and character to your property if done correctly. This is even more important if you are trying to sell your house. The exterior of your property can make or break the sale. Instead of boring you with statistics about...
by Green Thumb Expert | Mar 21, 2014 | Turf Grass
Spring lawn preparation is a great way to get your yard back into shape after a long and cold winter. In order to prepare your yard for the upcoming year, it is important to remove any debris left over from winter. Snow piles have left their share of dirt, sand and...
by Green Thumb Expert | Sep 23, 2013 | Seeding and Sodding, Turf Grass
Slit seeding in the fall can help thicken up a thin lawn. The past two years have been brutal on Iowa lawns because of the lack of moisture during the summer. Last year most areas in eastern Iowa experienced a severe or extreme drought. This year’s August was...
by Green Thumb Expert | Apr 17, 2013 | Turf Grass
Grass recovery this season is slowly beginning in eastern Iowa. The prolonged winter coupled with the lingering cooler temperatures has definitely slowed grass recovery. Many homeowners are anxious to get their lawn back into shape after the brutal drought that we...
by Green Thumb Expert | Apr 2, 2013 | Turf Grass, Weed Control
Spring fertilizer products usually include a pre-emergent crabgrass control additive. If you are doing any spring seeding, make sure to avoid using products containing a pre-emergent. Pre-emergent products will stop the seed from germinating properly. Pre-emergent...
by Green Thumb Expert | Apr 1, 2013 | Turf Grass
If you have a wet lawn, make sure that you do not tear up your grass with your mower. Now that we have made it to April, temperatures will continue to warm up. Most lawns will remain wet for the next couple of weeks even if we do not see any precipitation. Frost is...
