Drought stress is a term those of us in the lawn care industry use to describe symptoms seen in lawns due to lack of water. There are three basic stages of drought stress: The 1st Stage: The grass plant starts to change color from green to a matte gray color. Also,...
Having grubs in your lawn can be very frustrating. Damage usually occurs quickly. It's unsightly. Sometimes damage from grubs can be amplified by a hungry skunk peeling up your lawn to get a late night grub snack. If your lawn has a grub infestation, solving the...
One of the most destructive critters we see in West Michigan lawns are Thirteen-lined ground squirrels. These squirrels can cause structural damage due to tunnels under patios, stairs, and foundations. However, their burrows are the most common type of lawn...
Dogs may be man’s best friend, but the damage they can cause to grass certainly is not! A common complaint we hear from dog owners is the appearance of small, round brown spots in the lawn. Oftentimes, this lawn burn is due to the high nitrogen content in dog urine. ...
WHAT IS DROUGHT STRESS? Drought stress is a common concern for lawn owners, leading to patches of brown grass as a result of insufficient water. This condition, also known as drought stress in plants, can manifest rapidly, with sizable areas or even tire tracks from...
It is going to be one hot week here in West Michigan. The weather forecast is calling for 90 degree days and plenty of humidity. All of this heat and humidity is going to have some negative effects on your lawn. In Michigan, we use grasses in...