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Chinch Bugs: Destroying South Florida Lawns

Is your lawn looking brown, patchy and dead? While you may think drought is destroying your grass, it could actually be chinch bugs. Chinch bugs are a common pest insect found throughout the United States. These bugs feed on the grass’s fluid and in return, injects a toxin that causes […]

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Palm Trees 101: Top Palm Tree Care and Maintenance Tips

Palm trees make gorgeous additions to your landscaping. Like anything in your yard, you need to get them in the best shape possible.   If you’re unsure of the best ways to take care of your gorgeous palm trees, check out all you need to know about the top palm tree […]

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How to Turn Yellow Grass Green

Yellow grass becomes common during the fall months. But, common doesn’t mean healthy.   If your yard could double as a miniature cornfield, then you may want to address it. (And if it’s happening in the spring and summer, you’ll definitely want to address it.)   In the following article, […]

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How to Prune a Tree

In the United States, lawns cover approximately 63,000 square miles of the country – roughly the size of the state of Texas. And one of the most beautiful decorations for a lawn has always been the tree.   Healthy shade trees and flowering trees are known to add beauty and value […]

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What is the Best Fertilizer for Palm Trees?

Did you know, the tallest palm tree grew to be just under 200 feet tall?   Such a feat certainly required maintenance and a lot of sunlight! Are you growing your own palm trees? Then, you’ll know by now that your palm tree needs fertilizer to grow.   But, you […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Getting Rid of Whiteflies

Whiteflies are known for their nutrient-sucking habits and their war on crops and plants, especially decorative plants. Understanding how to get rid of whiteflies can benefit farmers and home plant owners alike.   The whitefly has an incubation period of 4-12 days. After that, they pierce plants and suck out […]

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Going Green: 5 Huge Benefits of Hiring a Tree and Shrub Care Service

Each year, people spend almost $500 million collectively on tree care.   Clearly, tree care services are in serious demand. “But”, I hear you proclaim, “looking after my trees and shrubs isn’t so hard.” Although looking after your plants doesn’t seem that tough, there is actually a lot more involved […]

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The 101 on How to Get Rid of a Lawn Full of Weeds

Did you know the average American is outside working on their lawns and gardens for 70 hours out of the year? That’s over an hour every week just keeping things maintained. Part of that maintenance revolves around the war on weeds.   Weeds are ugly, they spread quickly, never give […]

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What Are the Different Types of Lawn Fertilizer and Which Do You Need?

Do you dream of a picturesque yard with an abundant amount of plants and lush green grass, but are stumped when it comes to picking out a lawn fertilizer?   You’re not alone.   Keeping your yard looking picture-perfect can feel like a burden sometimes, but not when you properly […]

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How to Prevent Dog Urine From Killing Your Lawn

Pets are amazing additions to the family, especially dogs. It’s fun to watch them frolic around in the grass playing with their favorite toy.   But did you know letting a dog use the yard as a potty could wreak havoc on your lawn? It’s true. Those brown spots on […]

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How to Care for Your Lawn in Winter

The lawn: It’s part of the white picket fence dream that most of us grew up with. A nice house in a great neighborhood, two kids, the family car, the large, fenced-in backyard and a golden retriever.   The problem is that it’s nowhere near that simple. Even the most […]

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5 Most Common Lawn Bugs (and How to Get Rid of Them!)

The lawn industry is worth $40 billion a year. If you need to replace your entire lawn with sod, it could cost you a pretty penny – anywhere up to $4,500 depending on size. That’s why it’s important to take care of your lawn.   Don’t let grass bugs destroy […]

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