Oddly, dethatching St. Augustine grass is a hotly-debated question in the horticulture world. Of course, it’s possible to dethatch any lawn. The real question is: should you? The reason this is …
St. Augustine is touted as a drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, luscious turf grass for the Southeast. But, it’s only luscious if it’s well maintained, and in order to be well-maintained, it has …
In most southern climates, St. Augustine grass is the coveted turf of choice, while Bermuda grass is an invasive nuisance. If you’re planning on establishing a St. Augustine lawn, but …
For the last few months, I’ve been exploring some different uses for leaves since my yard gets a nice blanket of them, especially in the fall. There are a lot …
Two of the most popular choices of turf in warmer climates are Centipede grass and St. Augustine. They offer perfect aesthetics and durability for residential yard and commercial landscapes. Both …
Centipede grass is a slow-growing turfgrass that is known for being a low maintenance grass requiring little care. As with all yards, however, it does require some fertilization. But, it …
The depth of roots in your lawn is critical for overall health. Deep roots help grasses survive stressful conditions, which is why a large part of lawn maintenance is directed …
Mulching can be part of any lawn care program. It breaks down into organic matter and provides nutrients to the soil. Some grasses, such as centipede grass, may need special …
Crabgrass is an unattractive weed that seems to live and spread forever once it gets started in a yard. In some cases, weeds can be “choked out” by a healthy …
The type of soil in your yard is just one of many concerns an individual will feel when he or she approaches growing a green, healthy, beautiful lawn. One of …