Lawn Care Tips
We care about your lawn, and take pride in helping you get the most out of them. Below you will find some short articles for tree and lawn care tips to help you have the best lawn on the block.
Be sure to implement these lawn care tips for keeping your lawn green in the midst of the challenging Colorado Springs climate. Keep the weeds at bay and work smarter, not harder, to make your lawn the lawn of your dreams.
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How to Create a Low-Maintenance Lawn in Colorado
Practical Tips for Colorado Springs Homeowners Who Want Beauty Without the Fuss Let’s be honest—we all want that neighbor-stopping curb appeal without devoting our weekends to mowing, watering, weeding, and fussing. Especially here in Colorado, where the sun can scorch, water’s a precious resource, and the soil can be as stubborn as a toddler in… -
Soil Testing 101: Why It Matters for a Healthy Lawn
Regardless of how long you’ve been in Colorado you’ve most likely learned one thing; Colorado’s finicky weather and stubborn clay soil can make it frustrating to get a lush green lawn. And while we spend a lot of time talking about what’s happening above the ground—like mowing, watering, and fertilizing—the real magic (or mischief) happens… -
Understanding How Pre-Emergent & Post-Emergent Weed Control Products Work
Weeds can be the bane of any homeowner’s lawn, especially in central Colorado. If you’re battling these pesky intruders, understanding the differences between the various weed control products available can be daunting. That’s why we’re going to explain the two main types of weed management products, pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides. As you read on, you’ll… -
The Complete Guide to Fall Lawn Care: Best Practices for Preparing Your Lawn for Winter
Is this your first fall as a Colorado Springs homeowner? Whether you’re ready to winterize your lawn for the first time or simply need a fall lawn care refresher for the home you’ve lived in for years, these essential lawn care basics will help you transition your lawn from the summer season to winter. Fall… -
The Complete Guide to Lawn Mowing + Lawn Mowing Tips for Colorado Springs Homeowners
Mowing your Colorado Springs lawn is more than a weekend chore; it’s essential to keeping your green space healthy and attractive. You may think the only purpose of mowing is to keep your grass from getting unruly. However, your mowing practice can actually help increase your lawn’s density and encourage deep root growth, two factors… -
Demystifying Noxious Weeds: What Colorado Landowners Need to Know About Identification and Removal
Some weeds are a nuisance: they invade lawns and garden beds, fighting your plants and flowers for resources and interfering with the beauty of your yard. Other weeds are far more insidious, threatening the ecological health of Colorado. These weeds are known as noxious weeds. Noxious weeds, often deceptive in their appearance, threaten the balance… -
How to Keep Weeds Out of Your Garden in Colorado’s Unpredictable Seasons
Weeds are unwelcome guests in a Colorado Springs yard. Wild weeds can transform an idyllic green space into a gardener’s nightmare. Due to Colorado Springs’ unpredictable spring and summer weather patterns, weeds can sometimes gain the upper hand, robbing your plants of water, nutrients, and other resources. Certain weed species can quickly overtake an entire… -
How to Choose the Best Types of Grass for Colorado Springs Homes
If you’ve struggled to keep a lush, green lawn in Colorado Springs, you’re not alone. The unique climate—cold and arid—and soil found in Colorado Springs can make it difficult for certain types of grass to thrive. Choosing the right turf type is critical if you want a healthy and attractive lawn. Understanding Climate and Soil… -
Debunking the Myths: The Truth about Overseeding for a Lush Lawn in Colorado Springs
Do you ever look at your neighbor’s lawn and wonder if their grass really is greener? Keeping your lawn thick, lush, and green in Colorado Springs can be challenging due to the semi-arid climate, freezing weather, water restrictions, and common local lawn diseases. Overseeding is one tactic that can help improve the health and appearance… -
5 Deer Resistant Plants
If your garden ends up in pieces due to deer in your area, this is the list for you. Of course, deer resistant plants may still be nibbled on, but they’re a lot less appealing than your neighbor’s hostas or tulips. Deer (and rabbits) generally dislike highly fragrant plants, so if none of the plants… -
8 Common Colorado Weeds and How-to Prevent Them.
Summer is a beautiful time of year, but it’s also the time of year those dreaded weeds try to take over your lawn and garden. Now is the perfect time to begin your final preparations to keep your greenery safe from them. Each weed is unique, so we’ll be sharing 8 common Colorado weeds, and… -
8 Common Colorado Pests and How to Prevent Them:
It’s that time of year. Time for sunshine, pool trips, hiking and the slightly less favorable, bugs. No one likes pest damage in their lawn or garden, but once you’ve read through this list, you should have a good idea of what you’re up against and how to get rid of them. The Pests: Aphids:…
