How to Rejuvenate a Lawn 

Lush green renovated lawn with evergreen privacy tree boarder.

Is your lawn in need of some TLC? Dead spot from the pool? Learn how to rejuvenate your lawn to be lush and green, the best in the neighborhood! Historically, late summer and early fall begin the ideal time for turf renovation/reseeding in Maryland, DC, and Virginia. The season actually starts in late August, but … Continue reading How to Rejuvenate a Lawn 

Fall – A Time for Lawn Maintenance

Lawn Maintenance Time for Turf

Late August through mid-October is our transition zone's ideal time for fall lawn maintenance. Wait until after a rain to core-aerate or verti-slice the cool season turf grass areas. This way, the soil is soft enough for the machine to penetrate 1/2″ to 1″ deep for the seed prep work. Soil-to-seed contact is the name … Continue reading Fall – A Time for Lawn Maintenance

Japanese Beetles

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Japanese beetles directly damage landscape plants as adults while the larvae (grubs) damage turf grass.

Bagworm Control

Evergreen bagworms are detrimental to the trees

What are bagworms? Bagworms are insects belonging to the family Psychidae, known for their unique habit of constructing protective cases made of silk and bits of plant material. These cases, resembling tiny bags or cones, serve as both shelter and camouflage for the larvae as they feed and grow. Bagworms are notorious for their voracious … Continue reading Bagworm Control