In residential areas, placing emphasis on plant and tree healthcare treatment as a preventative measure is paramount for sustaining thriving and resilient trees and shrubs. Proactive care not only safeguards the aesthetic appeal of your property but also mitigates potential issues before they escal...
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Mosquito control, also referred to as mosquito management, offers numerous advantages in mitigating the impact of these disease-carrying insects. Firstly, it plays a pivotal role in preventing the spread of mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and West Nile virus. By s...
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After the relatively mild winter we have had so far, ground temperatures are hovering in the high 30's and even 40's. With the ground failing to freeze, you may have noticed some telltale signs of moles in your yard as these critters remain closer to the surface. If you're not sure if what you're s...
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By August each year, fall is just around the corner. The sweltering, drought-laden days of summer are dwindling and will hopefully soon give way to cooler air and a little more rain. In preparation for the new season, here are a few things you can start planning for during that time:
Tree and Sh...
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We all love our trees, but they can be challenging to keep up with; it seems like each year brings a new disease or insect wreaking havoc. So where should you start?
The first step is to correctly identify the trees in your home landscape, as each tree has its own unique requirements and challe...
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This time of year is always interesting when it comes to weather.
Late April to early May can bring us temperatures that feel like summer…or snow. The almost-80-degree weekend we just had brought many plants out of dormancy with new leaves and growth.
Unfortunately, it's going to be below...
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Crabgrass - everyone hates it. This summer scourge pops up as temperatures rise, especially along lawn edges and bare areas in turf. Luckily it's an annual and dies off each year, but there are other perennial grasses that can be easily confused for crabgrass and need to be treated differently.
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Unfortunately it's that time of year again: the season of summer turf diseases. To make matters worse, most of these can masquerade as totally unrelated problems like irrigation issues or fertilizer burn. Here are a few of the most likely suspects and some tips and tricks to help identify what is g...
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Though there has been quite a bit of rain in the forecast of late, summers in Michigan (and particularly July and August) are notoriously hot and dry. So what can happen and what can you do about it? Luckily, most issues are short-lived and do not cause permanent damage, though they can be concerni...
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Unlike turf fertilization, which is done from the surface of the lawn, providing an effective feed for trees and shrubs should be done at the root-zone level using a method called Deep Root Feeding. Liquid fertilizers are injected directly into the root-zone where they can be easily and directly ac...
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