Blog Posts in Lawn Care

Grubs and your lawn.

May 11, 2012

There is a very good chance for extensive grub damage this season due to all of the moisture so far this spring. With the abundance of rain, grass roots don’t have to grow very deep or very dense. As a result, these sparse, shallow roots are easy pickings for the grubs. Further favoring the grubs...Continue Reading

Mowing is mowing, right?

May 4, 2012

No, mowing is not mowing. Far from it. While mowing is basic maintenance, it is a major contributor to overall lawn health and proper mowing technique can promote and foster a healthy lawn. So while it may be a simple and repetitious task, it can go a long way to a healthy lawn. Here's how. First,...Continue Reading

Second application

Apr 26, 2012

We'll be making our second round of lawn applications over the next couple weeks. This is the first time we'll apply a herbicide to your lawn. Why now? Well, the window for weed control is when temperatures are between 50 and 80 degrees. If it’s too cold outside, the herbicide won’t be effective...Continue Reading

Now is the time to reseed.

Apr 12, 2012

Need to fill in some thin spots? April is the time to reseed. This weekend promises the perfect weather and a good time to get that project off the honey-do list. Here are a few tips from our experts before you start:

Rake bare areas before seeding to clear the area.
Add topsoil

Before we arrive...

Mar 23, 2012

We make every effort to make our application visits as unobtrusive as possible; after all, it’s our goal to make your journey to the perfect lawn as painless as possible. However, there are some things that prevent us from delivering the efficient service we strive provide: These helpful reminders...Continue Reading

What to expect from your first application

Mar 9, 2012

The weather is turning, and spring is just around the corner - eleven days from this post! So, with warmer temperatures and longer days comes the anticipation of a lush green lawn. It's only natural, right? There's usually plenty of rain and mild temperatures - everything a lawn needs to bounce...Continue Reading

3 Fall Mowing Tips That Will Get Your Indianapolis Lawn Up To Speed

Sep 16, 2011

Aeration for a healthy lawn

Aug 31, 2011

Aeration - Mechanically removing small plugs of thatch and soil from the lawn breaks up soil compaction, allowing oxygen and water to get down to the root zone so grass can grow thicker and healthier. The lasting benefits of a Lawn Pride Aeration Treatment are:...Continue Reading