If you’ve ever seeded your lawn only to watch hungry birds swoop in and make a meal of your efforts, you’re not alone. Birds, especially finches, sparrows, and blackbirds, can quickly decimate a newly seeded area. In California, protecting your investment is essential if you want your new lawn to take root and thrive. Here’s….
When you lay sod to start your new lawn, watering is your top priority when you lay new sod, and for good reason. That fresh roll of turfgrass needs moisture to establish its root system, stay green, and begin growing into the soil beneath it. But watering isn’t just about the amount of water. Giving….
No matter how much effort you put into your lawn care routine, weeds always seem to find a way in. In California, managing them is more than just an aesthetic concern. It’s essential for a healthy home lawn. The key to effective weed control is weed identification. Once you know what you’re up against, you….
Gophers may be small, but they can wreak major havoc on your lawn or garden. If you’ve ever stepped into a freshly planted flower bed only to see your hard work ruined by tunneling critters, you know how frustrating these pests can be. Gopher wire acts as a physical barrier to stop gophers before they….
When your new sod arrives, it usually comes stacked tightly on a pallet, ready for installation. But life gets busy, and sometimes laying it down immediately isn’t possible. So how long do you really have before fresh sod goes bad sitting on the pallet? Let’s break it down so you don’t waste time—or sod. Key….
When it comes to lawn maintenance, applying grass seed, fertilizer, or other granular lawn care products evenly is key to getting great results. If you’ve ever found yourself staring at the aisle full of lawn spreaders at the hardware store, you might be wondering, “Do I need a drop spreader or a broadcast spreader?” The….