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Craneflies and leatherjackets – the new pest in town
TL;DR Craneflies are large, harmless flies that live only long enough to breed—but their larvae, called leatherjackets, are a serious lawn pest. Leatherjackets feed on grass crowns just below the soil, causing dead patches that look like stubble. Infestations occur…
Necrotic Ring Spot Fungal Disease appearing on lawns
TL;DR Cause: Necrotic Ring Spot is a fungal disease caused by Leptosphaeria korrae, primarily affecting Kentucky bluegrass. Symptoms: Appears as brown rings or arcs of dead grass, often with a green center, resembling “frog-eye” patterns. Spread: The fungus spreads through…
Sir, step away from the fertilizer NOW! Astounding do-it-yourself lawn care results!
TL;DR DIY Lawn Care Pitfalls: Homeowners often make mistakes like uneven fertilizer application, leading to patchy or burned lawns. Improper Herbicide Use: Applying non-selective herbicides on lawns can harm both weeds and grass, resulting in widespread damage. Over-Fertilization: Applying excessive…
Does Rolling Your Lawn Really Work? Guide – How To Fix a Bumpy Lawn Properly
TL;DR Rolling Ineffectiveness: Rolling a lawn doesn’t effectively flatten bumps; light rollers are insufficient, while heavy rollers cause soil compaction. Soil Compaction Issues: Compacted soil restricts water and oxygen flow, leading to unhealthy grass roots. Recommended Practices: Instead of rolling,…
White Grubs in Your Lawn? How to Repair Lawn Damage From Grubs
TL;DR Identification: White grubs are the larvae of beetles like European Chafers and Japanese Beetles. They feed on grass roots, causing lawns to turn brown and feel spongy. Damage Signs: Affected grass pulls up easily, resembling loose carpet. In spring,…
How Short Should I Cut My Grass Before Winter?
TL;DR Cutting your lawn very short before winter is a myth that can harm the grass. The ideal mowing height is around 2.75 inches year-round. Cutting too short stresses the grass, reduces photosynthesis, and damages the plant’s crown. Instead of…
How to Save Your Lawn & Trees From Heat and Drought Stress
Many homeowners like you want to know how you can help your lawn and garden make it through intense heat when it is sweltering hot and humid out. Lawns in Ontario are comprised of ‘Cool-season’ grass species like Kentucky Bluegrass…
Bentgrass Plus Drought Plus Heat, Means Dead Patches on Lawns
When we receive unseasonably high heat and dry weather, these conditions cause bentgrass and other annual weedy grasses in lawns to brown out much earlier than we normally see it. If you are seeing areas on your lawn yellowing or browning right now,…
Chinch Bugs In Your Lawn Spotted (Everywhere!)
Our technicians begin to find adult chinch bugs emerging from lawns as early as the beginning of June most years in the Toronto Area. They are usually found in the thatch. Their young, commonly called ‘nymphs’ are the ones that…
How to stop Crabgrass from spreading
Jump To: Tip For How To Remove Crabgrass Effectively, How To Get Rid Of Crabgrass Video, Contact Us, Other Lawn Care Tips Steps On How To Stop Crabgrass From Spreading In Your Yard The most important thing to do right…
