Mosquitos – What Can You Do to Reduce These Pests?

Mosquitos – What Can You Do to Reduce These Pests?

Everyone is familiar with this state bird. It’s important to understand where mosquitos form and where they reside to reduce the mosquito population. Mosquitos eggs are laid on standing water or in areas that retain water when it rains. During the day adult...
Mowing Height – Answers to Common Questions

Mowing Height – Answers to Common Questions

How high should I mow my grass is a frequent question we get? 3-4 inches is the recommendation for mowing height of lawns in the upper Midwest. Why this height? A dense, thick lawn is your primary defense against weeds. At these mowing heights, grass grows more...
Grubs – What Can They Do to Your Lawn?

Grubs – What Can They Do to Your Lawn?

Grubs, also known as White Grubs, are a juvenile stage of Japanese Beetles or May/June Beetles. During July, adult beetles lay eggs in the soil. Those eggs hatch at the end of summer. The grub stage then feeds on the roots of the lawn. The grubs feed on the lawn...
No Mow May: What Does this Mean for Your Lawn?

No Mow May: What Does this Mean for Your Lawn?

What is No Mow May?  No Mow May is an effort to increase pollinator food source in the early spring. Participating homeowners are encouraged to not mow their lawn during the month of May. This allows plants/weeds in the lawn to flower. Plants/weeds in the lawn are...