While the dazzling display created by a starling murmuration is a sight to behold, it’s also a mess to clean up if it’s over your yard. This time of year, thousands of birds gather for warmth, protection, and to roost in protected areas. If you live close to one of these areas, it could mean damage to your property, health concerns, and the displacement of other neighborhood birds. Learn how to help deter starlings from gathering near your home this time of year. Read more
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Does your lawn need space to breathe? Heavy summer traffic and excessive thatch could have compacted and suffocated your soil, limiting access to essential water, air, and nutrients. You can help reopen these pathways this season with a simple process. Learn why you should aerate in the fall and what’s involved. Read more
Now that the weather is getting cooler, some plants are starting to slow their growth and die back for the season. However, like all annual plants, weeds are still storing up energy to make a spring appearance. That’s why fall is an ideal time for broadleaf weed control. Read more
After a summer of heat and humidity, now it’s time for your lawn to prepare for vacation. Fall is an important transitional time for lawn maintenance. What you do now can mean the difference between a lush or weedy lawn in the spring. Follow these fall lawn care tips to help your yard stay healthy. Read more
Fall is a fun time full of outdoor festivals, trips to the orchard, and getting cozy by a bonfire—except if you suffer from seasonal allergies. Some of the top fall allergens include smoke, mold, and ragweed. These sneeze-inducing substances can be growing in your garden and spreading through the air. Here’s how to limit their effects. Read more
Fall is that transitional time between harsh summer heat and winter freeze. Since some grasses usually grow slower in these extreme temperatures, fall is also the time it perks up again—if only for a short time. This is an important period for gearing up your grass to survive the winter and thrive in spring. Fall lawn mowing is one essential task to help ensure grass health. Learn how to use this time to benefit both you and your lawn. Read more