Commercial Lawn Maintenance Articles - Page 4 of 13 - Bluegrass

Written by: Shonda Lucks “Sustainability is important to make sure that we have and will continue to have the water, materials, and resources to protect human health and our environment”    EPA Is sustainability important to you? I could stop this blog right there and say no more. You could read that sentence only and really ponder, … Continued

Broadleaf weeds – such as dandelions, clovers, and chickweeds – are some of the most pervasive and persistent lawn weeds that pop up in your lawn and can be difficult to control. If given the opportunity, broadleaf weeds will seize the moment to germinate like wildfire, damaging even the healthiest of lawns! Various conditions encourage … Continued

How do I Identify Nutsedge? Nutsedge, also known as nutgrass is an extremely aggressive perennial weed, fighting for residence within your turf. Its long grasslike blade is a yellow-green which can produce a purple or yellow spikey head. These triangular shaped leaves are commonly about 1/2 inch thick and can grow up to 30 inches tall. … Continued

First impressions are everything! We often talk about adding curb appeal to your home landscape, but the same can be also applied to your business landscape. The first thing customers see when approaching your property is your front facing land. Thriving plants and shrubs along with a full, lush green lawn brings life to the backdrop of a … Continued

Lawn weeds can be a growing headache for property managers and are a primary concern when it comes to maintaining lawns. Unfortunately, it’s an annual battle that many facility and property managers endure. Without a doubt, weeds will find a way to creep back into your lawn, whether it’s from the wind, birds, a lawnmower, … Continued

Let’s face it, we got spoiled with last year’s summer! Unfortunately, this summer has returned its brutally hot, dry and sticky climates to us. Temperatures in the mid to high 90’s, radiating heat off parking pads and trapping it in our cars. Air conditioning turned up so high your hands become filled with condensation the … Continued

Land is becoming ever more precious in urban land development as we find ways to get creative with our outdoor spaces. It has undergone several transformations over time, each time being redefined and perfected to accommodate human interest. As our communities grow, land becomes less and less available forcing us to discover new ways to … Continued

As the vibrant colors begin to fade into the drab, muted colors of late fall, you may already be longing for spring to arrive with all of its newness and bursting colors.  This is the perfect time to begin planning, and planting, your fall bulbs that will bring your commercial landscape. Why Some Bulbs Need … Continued

Trees and shrubs are instrumental in the aesthetic appeal of your property. They soften the look and add beautiful greenery to your space. Plus, they might provide shade or a comfortable area for building tenants or visitors to sit outside for lunch. And, they may even have an impact on the inside of your building—keeping … Continued

Your turf is a battleground between grass, weeds, insects and lost nutrients every season. Feeding your lawn with the right blend of nutrients multiple times of year will help break up the fight and ensure you have a thriving turf. The nutrients fertilizer provides your lawn offers a slew of benefits that includes producing strong … Continued