Can You Water Your Lawn Too Much?

Can You Water Your Lawn Too Much?

Water is essential for a healthy lawn, especially during the hot and dry parts of a Minnesota or Wisconsin summer. But more water is not always better. A lawn that stays consistently wet can develop a weaker root system, become more susceptible to disease, and even...
Should I Aerate My Lawn?

Should I Aerate My Lawn?

“Should I aerate my lawn?” is a question we hear frequently from homeowners. When someone asks me that question, there are really two things I think about first. First, has something physically happened to the soil that could have caused compaction? Second, what type...
Moles vs. Voles

Moles vs. Voles

Voles vs. Moles: How to Tell What Is Damaging Your Lawn Voles and moles are commonly confused because both can leave behind signs that look like tunneling or damaged turf. But they are very different animals, cause different types of damage, and require different...
Fairy Ring in Lawns

Fairy Ring in Lawns

Fairy Ring in Lawns: What Causes It and What Can You Do? Fairy ring can be one of the more unusual problems to show up in a lawn. You may notice a dark green circle or arc of grass, mushrooms growing in a ring, or in more severe cases, a ring of declining or dead...
How to Read a Lawn Soil Test

How to Read a Lawn Soil Test

How to Read a Lawn Soil Test: A Simple Guide for Homeowners A lawn soil test can look complicated. There are numbers, charts, nutrient names and calculations that most homeowners rarely encounter. The good news is that you do not need to understand every number on the...
Are You Mowing Too Short?

Are You Mowing Too Short?

Are You Mowing Your Lawn Too Short? Mowing seems simple, but mowing height can have a major impact on the health of your lawn. One of the most common mowing issues we see is grass being maintained below 3 inches. While a freshly cut lawn may look neat at a shorter...