Even though the state of Florida averages over 50 inches of rain annually, there are times during the year when drought is an issue. Moreover, with limited and overstressed water resources, much of Florida has water restrictions in place to reduce water usage. This means that to be Florida-friendly year-round, drought tolerance should be a…
Winter is leaving soon, and spring will make its appearance. There is no better time to prepare your Florida lawn for spring conditions. Proper yard maintenance can prevent your lawn from having weeds and thin or bare areas. By taking proactive measures now, you can avoid problems that may linger for years. Steps to Prepare…
We rely on our irrigation systems to run like clockwork, keeping our gardens and lawns in spectacular condition. Sometimes the upkeep of the system falls by the wayside. We wanted to share general maintenance tips and reminders for the smooth operation of your irrigation system. Water Distribution — Florida has many native tropical plants, trees,…
Your life is busy. There are too many things going on at the same time. It’s easy to forget about your lawn irrigation system. But, you’ve made an investment. Take a break and learn how to protect it. Don’t make these mistakes with your irrigation system. Don’t start your system up in the spring without…
True or False. Do you really need winter lawn care in Florida? When you think of the Florida sunshine and blue skies, your answer might be no. But, you’d be wrong. Even though Florida generally has mild temperatures all year, you still need to prepare your lawn for winter. Florida turf naturally goes dormant in…
Recovering from Frost Damage Our neighbors to the north may scoff when we complain about cold fronts and rant about covering our landscaping during the winter. And while we won’t deny that they have it worse, Hernando County does have its share of frosty weather. The result? Brittle, brown, frost damaged grass that takes away…
After the Storm: How To Rehabilitate Your Lawn If you’ve lived in Florida for longer than a year, then you know that we have a five-month window of time to worry about hurricanes and tropical storms. True, we’ve been lucky the past few years, but as every weather forecaster will tell you at the beginning…
