When Should I Start Mowing My Lawn in the Spring?

When Should I Start Mowing My Lawn in the Spring?

The fact is, there’s no specific date. The sure-fire indicator of when to start mowing your lawn again in spring is to observe it as it grows. Not all the time, of course — that would be awfully dull. You monitored how your grass grew throughout the years. Estimate how tall it’s getting, and keep…

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What’s the Best Way to Maintain a Weed-Free Yard in the Summer?

What’s the Best Way to Maintain a Weed-Free Yard in the Summer?

Weeds on your lawn are like acne on your face: entirely natural, but something that we would all prefer did not happen. The 99% of plants on this planet that everyone insists are weeds. These weeds are not bad, and they do not do bad things, but they do compete and invade places where, you…

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What Should I Do to Prepare My Lawn for Spring?

What Should I Do to Prepare My Yard for Spring?

We understand the feeling. It’s been a long winter and warmer weather has you wanting to get outside and start working in the yard. You’re anticipating green grass and blooming plants. A few steps you take in spring lawn preparation will go a long way in having a beautiful lawn this summer. What is the…

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How Do I Know If My Irrigation System Is Working Efficiently?

How Do I Know If My Irrigation System Is Working Efficiently?

Drip irrigation system is one of a perfect way to maintain your garden and also help in water conservation. Drip irrigation systems provide water directly to your plant`s roots, keeping them hydrated and also preventing water waste. But, like any system, from time to time, it can experience issues that compromise its efficiency. When you…

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Can Mulching in Spring Really Prevent Weeds All Season in Your Albuquerque Landscaping?

Can Mulching in Spring Really Prevent Weeds All Season in Your Albuquerque Landscaping?

Landscapers get a lot of questions from gardeners and homeowners on how to best control/stop weeds from growing through the new mulch. The following tips will help you use plant mulch successfully in your Albuquerque landscaping to control or stop weeds. Though some perennial weeds (Canada Thistle, for example) can push their way through adequate…

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What is the Best Way to Deal with Lawn Thatch?

What is the Best Way to Deal with Lawn Thatch?

Thatch is a thick mat of decaying plant debris that can develop to cause brown patches on a lawn. Thatch is a sign of pH imbalance. You may get a “spongy” feeling when step into the grass. Thatch can be an issue, especially in lawns that have received chemical treatments that have damaged the grass’…

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What are the Benefits of Xeriscape Landscaping?

What are the Benefits of Xeriscape Landscaping

An awesome looking Albuquerque lawn does not always come with a green grass carpet. Another option you may consider is Albuquerque xeriscaping to beautify your home and save money. This is a more sustainable method to obtain and also get the look of a lovely yard. It will also aid you in saving money in…

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How Does Xeriscape Landscaping Save You Money?

How Does Xeriscape Landscaping Save You Money?

Way back in 1981, Colorado was dealing with a major drought. Four years of water restrictions did the people at Denver Water wise up enough to come up with a new form of landscaping. It was to change desert gardening forever. They called it “xeriscaping.” The term is Greek and translates to “dry landscape.” Instead…

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How Do You Do DIY Spring Sprinkler Start Up?

How Do You Do DIY Spring Sprinkler Start Up?

You really might not have to pay a local landscaping company a small fortune every spring to turn on your sprinkler system. If you’re up to getting your hands dirty, we’ll take you through all the steps you need to get that water flowing. If you find it too difficult you can always book sprinkler…

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What’s the Best Way to Do Lawn Aeration?

What’s the Best Way to Do Lawn Aeration?

Lawn aeration is the process of creating tiny holes in it so that vital nutrients can reach the roots of your grass. It will also provide the roots with ample space to grow, and will not only make your lawn look healthier, it will help your grass look thicker as well. How to Aerate a…

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