A vibrant, lush lawn is the crowning jewel of a home’s outdoor space, but it’s also a substantial commitment. Like any good thing, it requires care and attention, particularly when it comes to lawn disease control. The key to maintaining a healthy lawn lies not just in reacting to issues, but in first preventing them. Here’s a roundup of tips for lawn disease prevention that will keep your grass robust and your lawn the envy of the neighborhood.   Understand Your Lawn’s Needs   Each grass type has its specific needs regarding water, sunlight, and nutrition. Over, or under, watering ..read more

When it comes to outdoor spaces, some terms are often used interchangeably. For instance, “Lawn Care” and “Landscaping” are not the same. Recognizing the difference between these two can help you decide what services you need to ensure your lawn is in the best possible shape. Below we’ll compare and contrast the two terms so you’ll always know which is which.   Lawn Care Lawn Care involves maintaining the health and appearance of existing lawns. It’s a specialized area of outdoor care that primarily focuses on the cultivation and upkeep of grass. This might involve various tasks such as m ..read more

A lush, green lawn may be a homeowner’s dream, but such a lawn requires regular maintenance to thrive. Among the most crucial tasks is fertilization. Applying fertilizer gives your lawn the nutrients it needs to grow thick and green. However, the timing of fertilization is as essential as the act itself. So, when is the best time to fertilize your lawn?   Lawn fertilization is recommended in the late spring and early fall. These are the times when your grass is growing most actively and can best use the nutrients from the fertilizer. Furthermore, fertilizing in the fall helps strengthen y ..read more

Farison Lawn Care is proud to have partnered with the Down Syndrome of Louisville (DSL) community to support individuals with Down Syndrome and their families. This partnership is an important part of our company culture as we strive to give back to our community and support those in need. One of the ways Farison Lawn Care supported the DSL community was through our participation in the annual DSL Pro-Celebrity Golf Tournament. This event brought together professional athletes and celebrities from around the country to raise awareness and funds for the Down Syndrome of Louisville organization ..read more

As homeowners, we all want a lush, green lawn that makes our property look beautiful and inviting. One of the key factors in achieving this is lawn fertilization. But did you know that the type and timing of fertilizer application can vary depending on the season? This is where seasonally-adjusted fertilizer comes in. Seasonally-adjusted fertilizer is an essential component of a comprehensive lawn care program. Fertilizing your lawn is critical to maintaining its health and promoting its growth. However, applying the same type of fertilizer at the same rate throughout the year may not provide ..read more

As a homeowner, maintaining a healthy and lush lawn can seem like a daunting task. You may be wondering how often you should mow your grass or how frequently you need to water it. In this blog, we’ll provide you with some helpful tips and advice on how to keep your lawn looking its best. Mowing Your Grass One of the most important aspects of lawn care is mowing your grass. But how often do you need to do it? It depends on a few factors such as the type of grass you have, the climate, and the time of year. At peak growing season in the fall, you should aim to mow your grass once a week. However ..read more

Ah, sweet summertime. As the sun sinks behind the horizon, the sky turns yellow, orange, red, purple, then deep, dark blue. You’re sitting on your lawn, basking in the evening air, but suddenly there’s a slight buzzing noise near your ear. As you brush your hand across your face, you feel a small insect smash against your jaw. Already, you feel something itching, and somehow you can see dozens more now, harassing you and congregating around your patio lights.    Every summer, mosquitos take over the lawn and make being outside a borderline miserable experience. Naturally, we want to ..read more

We all know that mosquitoes are one of the biggest irritants that come with summer. These pesky insects sneak up on you with their high-pitched buzzing, bite before you can stop them, and worst of all, leave behind a red, itching lump on your skin that only gets worse if you scratch. If you don’t do something fast, these insects could easily take over your lawn, making your enjoyable summer nights more of a hassle than anything else.   Mosquitoes can be more than just annoying. Their bites can cause some serious problems for both humans and animals, such as: Allergic reactions  Decr ..read more

Everyone who works on their lawn will eventually come across one of the most irritating things it can offer: crabgrass. Crabgrass can overtake your lawn, even going so far as to soak up all the nutrients in your soil, making it hard for anything else to grow. Worst of all, neglecting crabgrass only encourages more growth. For nearly every homeowner, this weed-like grass will be a problem at one time or another, and it’s essential to manage it as best you can before it becomes a problem bigger than you can handle. Luckily, lawn care products are getting better by the year. Some of the most effe ..read more

Spring is here in Louisville! As the green grass and blossoms return, be sure to keep an eye out for these common fungal diseases as you go about your spring yard maintenance. Common Fungal Diseases In Lawns And Trees Lawn Diseases Brown Patch Brown patch is one of the most common fungal diseases affecting Kentucky lawns. It typically becomes active in late spring or summer when the temperatures are consistently above 70, and the air is saturated with moisture. Brown patch starts as circular patterns turning your blades from purplish-green to dark brown. In the morning, when the grass is still ..read more