Are you planting a new lawn or re-seeding an old one soon? You’ll find that Kentucky bluegrass-ryegrass mixes or bluegrass-fine fescue mixes make up the overwhelming majority of what most sod farms in Utah sell. You can plant other grass types if you plant from seed instead, but some types of grass make much better
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Have a lawn mushroom problem? Worry not! Lawn mushrooms are a common occurrence during mild, wet weather. Fortunately, most lawn mushrooms are harmless and indicate healthy soil. What Are Mushrooms? Mushrooms are the reproductive structure of some forms of fungi. These fungi reproduce through spores found in the mushrooms we see on our lawns. Spores
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Did you know your mowing habits can affect your lawn for years to come? Follow the expert mowing tips in this post for a healthier lawn this year and every year! 1. Only mow 1/3 of the grass blade off at a time Each time you mow your lawn, you stress it a little. To
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Rule of Thumb: Lawns in Utah generally require at least 1 to 2 inches of water per week in spring and fall and 2.5 to 3 inches of water per week in summer. Skip to a Section: Watering in 70 to 80 Degree Weather Watering in 90 to 100+ Degree Weather Watering Guide: How to
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Are you struggling to keep your lawn green? Lawn care can be challenging, but fertilizing your lawn doesn’t need to be difficult! Knowing when to fertilize your lawn and how to eliminate weeds and grubs will help you grow the greenest lawn on the block. Most people fertilize only when they think their lawns need
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Most people think they can take a break from yard maintenance during the winter. This is true to an extent, but there are a few things you should be doing to keep your yard in good repair in winter. Read on to learn some of the best lawn, tree, and pest tips for maintaining your
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In Utah, lawns tend to go dormant in the summer months because of the heat. High heats put stress on the lawn, making summer the ideal time for grubs to munch on roots, diseases to attack grass blades, and weeds to move into thinning, yellow patches. To make matters worse, we’re currently in the middle
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Do you struggle to keep the Kentucky bluegrass in your lawn green in the summer months? Are you seeing what looks like lighter-colored, delicate little weeds growing in your lawn? If you answered yes to either of these questions, this post will help you learn more about your lawn and how to take care of
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You might think fall is the time to take a break from lawn care until spring rolls around again, but fall is actually the most important season for Kentucky Bluegrass. Fertilization treatments applied in autumn help your lawn bounce back from winter dormancy the following year, and aerating in the fall strengthens your lawn’s root
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Is your lawn looking yellow in spots—even though you water diligently? It could be yellow for a number of reasons: Lawn grubs Lawn fungi Watering issues Compact soil Animal urine Nitrogen fertilizer overload Nutrient deficiency Mowing problems Dry weather 1. Lawn Grubs Your yellow lawn culprit could be a type of lawn grub! Any pest
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