2016 Fall Lawn Maintenance and Winterization Report
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5 Water Use Tips for Summer Lawncare
With summer in full swing, it’s time to think about how to maintain a beautiful, healthy lawn while being mindful of water use. “When it gets hot, the most common mistake people make is to excessively water their lawn. However, your lawn only needs to be watered once or twice a week during the summer months,” … Continued
Last-Minute DIYs for Backyard Hosting
Summer means outdoor entertaining. Whether you’re hosting a wedding reception, a family reunion or a birthday party, you’ll want to make the backyard get-together memorable. Here are some quick DIY ideas to help you get ready for a fun, stress-free gathering. Lawn prep A healthy green lawn is an inviting setting for outdoor activities. If … Continued
Major League Lawn Care: An Inside Look at Maintaining Championship Caliber Turf
Spring and Baseball in America One of the most uniquely American springtime events is the return of the national pastime, baseball. Each spring, big league clubs trek to Florida or Arizona for Spring Training, youngsters register for little league and fans optimistically await the start of a new season, knowing that their team, for at least Opening Day, is … Continued
April is National Lawn Care Month: 7 simple steps for summer lawn prep
If you’re a part of the nearly 90 percent of Americans who believe it’s important to have a well-maintained yard, you and your backyard will appreciate these seven simple steps for tending to your natural turf lawn with minimal effort. According to Grass Seed USA, a coalition of American grass seed farmers and academics, investing a little repair time … Continued
The Unsung Heroes of the College Football Playoff National Championship
Each year, as summer turns to fall and students make their way back to the dorms, members of elite teams train for endless hours on grass fields to achieve ultimate success. Today, on the date of the College Football Playoff National Championship, months of hard work culminates in a dazzling display of determination, grit and skill. … Continued
Nominate A Veteran To Win A Snapper Lawn Mower From Grass Seed USA
Grass Seed USA to donate $1 to veterans’ affairs organizations for each new like on Facebook or follower on Twitter during November SALEM, Ore. – Nov. 3, 2015 – The fourth annual Operation Home Turf veteran appreciation program is underway and looking for deserving men and women in uniform, past and present, to receive a … Continued
MLB’s Top Turfs: Which 2015 Playoff Contender Has the Best Grass?
After a grueling 162 game season, the 2015 Major League Baseball playoffs are finally here, which means it’s time we rank the contenders on the criteria that really matter. Wins Above Replacement (WAR) Run Differential Top Pitching Staff Win-Loss Record Best Turf Design and Field Experience That’s right. Forget advanced metrics and runs batted in, the real battle this … Continued
Bill Nye Explains Environmental Benefits of Grass
Blast from the past! We stumbled across this grass-tastic Bill Nye the Science Guy segment from 1993. During this episode, themed “Plants,” he covered a car with a layer of grass to communicate the benefits turf grass has on the environment and ecosystems. Check out the clip here: If you’re interested to learn more about the environmental … Continued
Fall Lawn Care Essentials: 5 Easy Steps to Take in September
Fall Lawn Care Essentials: 5 Easy Steps to Take in September Grass Seed USA shares tips on how to prep your lawn for winter SALEM, Ore. – Sept. 2, 2015 – Winter is coming, so it’s time to start thinking about how to ensure your lawn is prepped and ready for the colder months ahead. … Continued