SPRING SHOWERSSpring showers are responsible for the vibrant explosion of plant life that makes this time of the year unique. At times, these showers can give us more rain than we asked for, and more than our lawns know what to do with. When it collects, excess rainwater can turn your lawn into a muddy […]
Continue readingWHAT IS CRABGRASS? Crabgrass is an intrusive weed that seeks to establish itself throughout your lawn at the expense of your turfgrass. Although technically a grass, crabgrass is far from the rich soft carpet you want your lawn to have. Originating in Africa, crabgrass (scientifically known as digitaria) has coarse, thick blades that grow in […]
Continue readingREFERRAL PROGRAM 2017 Lakeland Lawn Care is so excited to launch our brand new Referral Program for 2017. The best source we have to attract new customers is YOU! That’s right. We depend on satisfied customers to spread the work to their neighbors, co-workers and friends. And when you do, we want to reward and […]
Continue readingJust as a reminder, here are a few quick Fall Clean Up Tips. Earlier in the year we explained how the right cutting height of your lawn is very important. Did you know THE HEIGHT CHANGES? Late in the cutting season you should start to adjust your mower down a notch and by your last cutting , […]
Continue readingSeeing that spring is here, even though it still doesn’t feel like it, it is time to get some spring cleaning issues out of the way. Here are a few things to be sure and get done this spring! 1. Sharpen mower blades. Dull blades can tear the grass blades and leave it a brown, burnt […]
Continue readingSpring is almost here; well at least we are letting ourselves think so. When spring comes and the snowleaves we want to see green grass and flowers starting to perk up. Do you ever wonder why there areareas in your lawn not green after the snow leaves? Below are a few problems we face every […]
Continue readingIf your going to mow the same height all year long, make it high. Set your mower at two and a half to three inches! Mowing correctly gives you a beautiful and healthier lawn. Here’s the long—and short—of keeping your lawn in the best possible shape.Adjust the height of your mower with the seasons. Short mowing […]
Continue readingKeeping your lawn thick, green and healthy means doing several things right. One of the most important is making sure there’s enough moisture to maintain growth. Unfortunately we can not depend on nature’s rainfall. Some additional watering is almost always necessary. Lawns turn brown, thin out, and are prone to more disease and insect problems when […]
Continue readingThe easiest way to recycle your grass is to “cut it high and let it lie.” Keep grass at 2 1/2” to 3 1/2” taking off only a little at a time. In a few days, short clippings disappear between the blades and naturally fertilize the lawn. In fact… leaving clippings on you lawn all […]
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