The homeowners with the best lawns all summer know that it’s the lawn care work they do in spring that makes all the difference. A few small tweaks to your yearly lawn maintenance plans can make a huge difference in the health of your lawn when the more extreme summertime temperatures move in. Set your lawn up for success with our spring lawn care tips! Spring Lawn Insecticide Lawn pest control is a really important part of any healthy spring lawn care routine. In fact, it is important to do several pest control treatments per year, at different times, in order to control different insects. In ..read more

You may have spent hours planting your new trees, but did you know it takes years for trees to establish? For a tree to be healthy, its root system should be about the same size as its canopy. Needless to say, this process requires some attention. Follow these quick new tree care tips, and your trees should be healthy for years to come! Proper Watering: One of the most essential parts of new tree care is proper watering. Of course, the root ball needs consistent moisture, but too much water can suffocate the roots. Newly planted trees need about 10-15 gallons of water a week, but it is importa ..read more

It’s often said that the best defense is a good offense, and the same is true when it comes to combating the stubborn weeds on your lawn. Pre-Emergent refers to herbicides that are applied preemptively to outdoor surfaces to control weed growth before it happens. The best bet to get in front of those weeds is to call Legacy Lawn Care and to ask about our Pre-Emergent Services for your lawn. The application of pre-emergent solutions can be used to “nip in the bud” most types of weeds that grow during Summer and Winter seasons, including Crabgrass and Bluegrass, which are two of the most common ..read more

Summer is the perfect season for getting outside and enjoying your yard. However, lawn maintenance in the summer isn’t always easy. From high temperatures and grass-damaging pests to the harm from rain or the stress of outdoor activities, trying to keep a healthy lawn through the whole summer can be a challenge. Here are our top tips to keep your lawn looking its best! 1. Consider adjusting your mowing height. When you match the height of your grass to the weather, you ensure your roots are able to develop deep enough to survive the hot summer months. For warm-season grasses, about 2-3 inches ..read more

Outdoor pests can be a huge problem for your home, family, and guests. It is important to be proactive when dealing with pest control for your lawn. The best way to do that is to invest in a good, safe and effective lawn care service that will keep your lawn healthy and free of pests. Here are our top 3 reasons your lawn care plan should include pest control: 1. Protect your family Your lawn should be a destination for family fun and entertainment! Pests like mosquitoes, ticks, and ants aren’t only a nuisance– they can cause dangerous illnesses like Lyme Disease and West Nile Virus. You want t ..read more

When looking for a new lawn care company, there are lots of things to consider. All lawn care companies are not created equal. Anyone can mow a lawn or pull weeds, but a real professional is willing to customize lawn care and cater to your needs. With so many lawn care companies out there, it might seem overwhelming to choose your best fit. These are 5 things to look for in a lawn care company in Winder, GA.  Services Before seeking out a lawn care company, consider what services you are actually looking for. Different companies might specialize in different areas. Do your research, and f ..read more

Do you want to keep your lawn looking its best throughout the winter months? Even in the winter, weeds are still a concern for many homeowners. These hardy pests can cause a lot of stress this time of year because they’re so hard to get rid of. Thankfully, Legacy Lawn Care has the weed control services you need to make sure your lawn is weed-free this winter. Spot spray broadleaf weeds. Broadleaf weeds are a common problem in lawns during the winter months. Weeds like dandelions, thistles and chickweed are likely to show up in the garden.The best time to spot treat broadleaf weeds is after the ..read more

Weed control service may be your answer.  No matter what you do, weeds always seem to grow back, sometimes even stronger than before. They can quickly take over and turn your beautiful lawn into a weed-filled nightmare. Making weed control a priority can help reverse damage that weeds have caused your lawn and help prevent them from spreading.  Crabgrass Crabgrass emerges in warm weather and can have long-lasting damaging effects. A single crabgrass plant can produce up to 150,000 seeds. Those seeds then germinate and start the harmful cycle all over again leaving you with a yard ful ..read more

In the wintertime, just like many things, your lawn may go dormant. This is why many believe that there is little to be done as far as lawn care once winter strikes, especially if you live in a colder region where snow and ice cover your lawn. However, these steps for winter weed control will ensure that come Spring, your yard is ready! Before you should even think about winter weed control, make sure to treat your lawn before the very first frost in the fall. Aeration is a process that allows water and nutrients to get to the roots of your lawn, preventing the cause of weeds, improper nutrie ..read more

What is curb appeal? Curb appeal is what potential customers see when the come to your business. It sets the tone for your business from the moment a potential customer sees your business, and let’s face it, they’re going to make an assumption about your business based on the outside. We all do it. No one wants to walk into in a business that looks run down on the outside. Here are three tricks that give your lawn curb appeal. Visible signage – One thing that can be often over-looked that can draw in many customers are signs. If people can not see your sign, how will they know you’re there? M ..read more