Plant of the Week: Sweetbay magonolia

Plant of the Week: Sweetbay magonolia

It’s Plant of the Week time once again and this week we’re covering another version of our state flower: the sweetbay magnolia. This magnolia is native to Louisiana as well as many Eastern states all the way up to Massachusetts. It does well in zones 5-9...
Lawn Mushrooms: A Cause for Concern?

Lawn Mushrooms: A Cause for Concern?

With all the rain we’ve had lately, you might see some little mushrooms popping up in your lawn or landscape. These are not to be confused with harmful lawn fungus such as brown patch or root rot.  The fungi you see pop up when there’s been a lot of rain...
Lawn Care Tips: Equipment Fuel

Lawn Care Tips: Equipment Fuel

We’re in grass growing season, which means taking care of your lawn equipment is very important. You can save yourself unnecessary maintenance by using the right kind of fuel. We recommend ethanol-free, super unleaded fuel for equipment like blowers and mowers....
Know the Signs of Lawn Fungus

Know the Signs of Lawn Fungus

Happy Wednesday! It’s supposed to rain in the coming days, which means it’s a good time to think about lawn fungus. Fungus loves moisture and humidity, so you can prevent fungus by not over-watering your lawn. Your grass needs 1 inch of water per week,...
Lawn Care Tips: Core Aeration and Topdressing

Lawn Care Tips: Core Aeration and Topdressing

Spring is an important time for treating your lawn, so you can make sure your grass thrives throughout the year. Herbicides, fertilization, and mowing weekly all help promote healthy grass. Another set of lawn treatments we recommend are core aeration and topdressing....