by Uncle | DIY, Fall, Grassy Weeds, Social, Spring, Summer, Weed Control
Nutgrass is a common problem in summer lawns. Nutsedge (A.K.A. nutgrass) is a perennial, grass-like sedge that tends to be prolific in poorly drained or wet areas. Nutgrass plants regenerate from small nutlets formed on their root system under the soil surface. ...
by Uncle | Disease, DIY, Fall, Social, Spring, Summer, Turf
Hot, humid temperatures bring disease and fungus to your yard. Managing disease in turf starts early in spring – lawn spots are a lot easier to prevent than control. By applying granular Fungus Fighter, we can protect the lawn before pathogens get into the plant...
by Uncle | DIY, Fall, General, Grassy Weeds, Spring, Summer, Weed Control
Step 3 Prevent – Keep Crabgrass Out this Summer Ugly annual summer weeds love the heat, and boy the heat of summer is just around the corner. Crabgrass, goosegrass, and foxtail weed seeds will grow all summer long if you let them. If there is an empty space in...
by Uncle | Fall, Nursery, Shrubs, Spring, Trees
Use these Evergreens for Living Fences Planting a living fence can be a low-maintenance way to privacy from an annoying neighbor or disturbing traffic noise. Green fences, especially when they are evergreen, can provide a year-round buffer from wind and noise, create...
by Uncle | DIY, Social, Spring, Turf
After the Rain, Let the Soggy Areas in the Lawn Dry Use your best judgement, you know the spots that hold water and those that drain well. A sunny south or west facing yard may need only one good afternoon to dry out and an east or north protected area may take a few...
by Uncle | Fall, General, Seed, Spring, Turf
How Often to Water Grass Seed The age-old question comes with an age-old answer – enough so it grows! Uncle knows that’s not very helpful, so here are a few tips for making sure you water your new seed enough to see excellent results. Water Frequently and Lightly The...
by Uncle | Broadleaf Weeds, DIY, Fall, Social, Spring, Summer, Weed Control
Broadleaf weeds, like dandelions, henbit, clover, chickweed, and plantain, are often described as the “salad bar weeds” because they look like they might be on a salad bar at Hy-Vee. These and other broadleaf weeds can survive winter, and as soils warm in...
by Uncle | Broadleaf Weeds, DIY, Grassy Weeds, Seed, Spring, Weed Control
It’s early spring, but where should you start in your lawn? The beginner’s guide to Idiot Proof Lawn Care begins with learning two different types of weeds we deal with in Midwest lawns: grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds. Each type will require different...
