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Cold Weather Pest Control Tips

Jan 18, 2019

Summer is the season of bugs, but just because winter is here doesn’t mean the pests go away. In fact, the cold weather outside often means you have a better chance of dealing with certain critters inside...Continue Reading

“Why Isn’t My Grass Growing?”

Oct 20, 2018

You bought it. You dragged it home. You spread it, watered it, and waited. And waited. And waited. So, why isn’t your grass seed growing? It’s a common question and complaint we hear at Lawn Pride. Let’s dig in and find out...Continue Reading

Get to Know Those Moles & Voles (to eliminate & prevent!)

Oct 15, 2018

Tired of dealing with moles and voles burrowing all over your yard? They may be cute, but these little critters can do some serious damage to lawns. Read on to learn more about identifying moles and voles, how to eliminate...Continue Reading

It Starts With a Seed: Understanding the Life Cycle of Grass

Sep 20, 2018

Ever pass a field or a vacant lot that hasn’t been mowed in a long time, and the tall grasses look like they’ve sprouted on top? Those wheaty-looking tops are called inflorescences, and that’s where grass seed comes from! It may not look like much, but grass...Continue Reading

Fleas & Ticks: What Every Homeowner and Pet Owner Should Know

Aug 9, 2018

They are tiny, they bite humans and animals to prey on our blood, and they live in your yard. Think we’re talking about mosquitoes? Good guess, but think again. Nope, we’re talking about a pair of equally annoying critters...fleas and ticks....Continue Reading

Gruesome Grubs: 5 Facts You Need to Know

Jun 6, 2018

Got grubs in your lawn? Here are five fast facts from your local lawn pros to help protect your lawn from damage.

Fact #1 - Appearance: you need to know how to spot them...Continue Reading

Five Ways to Beat Mosquitoes This Summer

Jun 6, 2018

We love a lot of things about summertime in Central Indiana. Mosquitoes are definitely not one of them. However, the local pros at Lawn Pride have five surefire ways to enjoy an itch-free summer in your own backyard.

#1 - Topical Repellents (Sprays,...Continue Reading

Summer Lawn Care Preparation

May 30, 2018

Tackle a few key lawn care tasks now to ensure that your yard looks amazing when the summer arrives. Check out our list of late-spring “must-dos” for your lawn.

Summer Lawn Prep #1: Watering

A healthy lawn needs...Continue Reading

Start Your Engines: 2018 Race-Themed Party Ideas

May 24, 2018

For folks around here, May is a pretty big deal. It’s almost time to start our engines once again! Mark your calendars for May 27, 2018, and start planning your race day parties now. Check out some of our favorite ways to celebrate!

Remembering Memorial Day

The most important reason of all...Continue Reading

Central Indiana’s Peskiest Pests (and How to Keep Them Out of Your Yard)

May 9, 2018

Let’s take a look at some of the most problematic pests for Central Indiana yards.

Grubs

One of the most damaging and pervasive pests aren’t adults - they’re babies. Grubs are the larvae of Japanese Beetles and they hatch from eggs in early to mid-summer, and...Continue Reading