Garden Ideas for Memorial Day
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
Memorial Day this year is on May 31st. From honoring those who have died while serving in the armed forces to the excitement for the upcoming summer, there are many reasons to decorate your yard in patriotic colors this Memorial Day. The ability for family and friends to get together again with loosening Covid-19 restrictions in Baton Rouge adds an extra feeling of celebration to the day this year. With many people celebrating Memorial Day with parties, red, white, and blue flowers can welcome guests to your home. The patriotic botanicals will also make your home one of the most festive on yo ..read more
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Pet-Proofing Your Landscaping
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
We love our dogs, but our four legged friends don’t always leave our yards unscathed. Homeowners who have dogs - or those who deal with neighbor’s dogs walking across their property - know the type of damage a dog can cause to landscaping. Telltale dead grass where a dog has relieved herself or holes dug up around the yard can wreck your lawn and garden. There are ways to protect your landscaping from the damage pets can cause, or repair damage that has already been done. With these solutions, both you and your dog can enjoy the yard. How to Prevent Dog Damage to Lawns and Landscaping The eff ..read more
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How to Diagnose Problems with Your Lawn
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
A healthy lawn should look green and lush, so it can be frustrating if you notice persistent brown spots on blades of grass or dead looking patches in the yard. There are two common cause of brown lawns that can occur on any property: Lawns in Baton Rouge will naturally turn brown over the winter as the grass goes dormant. Underwatering may also be a common cause of brown lawns. But if you’re able to rule out winter and inadequate water, you might be dealing with a turfgrass disease instead. Left alone, different turfgrass diseases can decimate your lawn and eventually require replantin ..read more
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How Soil Affects Your Lawn
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
Water, air temperature, sunlight and shade are all important in determining which grasses can grow where. In Baton Rouge for instance, warm season grasses are used for lawns since they do best with the intense summer heat the area experiences. But the soil in your yard also impacts which grasses grow well and how healthy they will stay. Soil can differ widely, even in the same neighborhoods, so understanding the composition of your soil can help you pick the best turfgrass and account for any challenges that might keep it from growing. Different Qualities of Soil The various types of soil are ..read more
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Eco-Friendly Landscaping Tips for Earth Day
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
Today on Earth Day, people all over the world are thinking about changes that will positively impact the environment. For many families in Baton Rouge, small changes around your yard can help make your home more environmentally friendly. Besides being good for the environment, many changes bring other benefits. They might cut down on watering costs, reduce the maintenance your backyard needs, and keep your landscaping looking its best for more months out of the year. How to Make Your Yard More Eco-Friendly Several factors go into landscaping and lawn care that is better for the environment. L ..read more
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How to Patch Up Lawn Damage
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
Whether you’ve been dealing with drought, pests, weeds, high traffic, or any of the other causes of lawn damage, the coming of spring could leave you facing unattractive brown or yellow spots in your lawn. In many cases, repairing these spots requires only a little care and effort. Before you consider reseeding or resodding, you can try patching up damaged areas with these steps. It is best to know what caused the damage - and remove the issue - before beginning so that your new seeding can thrive. Fix Bare Spots and Thinning Grass with these Steps Reseeding is most often done in the spring i ..read more
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Sweetest, Easy to Grow Fruit Trees for the Baton Rouge Region
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
There is something especially good tasting about fruits and vegetables grown in your garden. Maybe it’s because you can eat them at the peak of freshness the moment they are picked, or the care you put into the plant. Maybe it’s the knowledge that they are organic. Or maybe it’s just that they’re free, and you grew them all on your own.  Fruit trees are a great addition to gardens. They bring fresh fruit and greenery. But some fruit trees - like apples and peaches - can be a challenge to grow since they need frequent maintenance and protection from pests. As alternatives, these trees prod ..read more
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Signs of Lawn Pests to Watch for in Baton Rouge, LA
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
If your lawn is otherwise healthy and receives regular maintenance, it can be frustrating to still see brown spots, ragged blades of grass, and other signs of damage. For lawns in Baton Rouge, these areas of damage can often indicate a lawn pest. Baton Rouge hosts several native and invasive pests that can cause damage ranging from small spots to the death of an entire lawn (if left untreated). Knowing what signs to look for can help you identify pests early and give your yard the best chance for a complete recovery. Types of Lawn Damage and the Pests that Cause Them Pest damage to lawns can ..read more
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Best Easter Flowers for Your Baton Rouge Garden
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
Easter and the beginning of spring is a time of rebirth. Even with Baton Rouge’s more mild winters, those days around Easter when flowers and plants begin to blossom and grow once more can be some of the prettiest of the year. And because Easter coincides with the height of growing season for spring flowers in Baton Rouge, there are many flowers you can plant to bring a variety of Easter colors to your garden. Easter gardening tends to favor flowers that bloom in pastel shades, which some feel signify the rebirth and purity of spring. More vibrant colors are also a popular option to brighten ..read more
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Best Grass for Lawns in Baton Rouge
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by Asa Triche
2y ago
As temperatures warm up with the approaching spring, your lawn ideally begins growing again. It should turn green, lush, and ready for summer. This is because the grasses that do best in Baton Rouge are warm-season grasses. As their name implies, they grow as the temperature is warmest, especially between 80 and 95 degrees, and then go dormant during the winter. Baton Rouge has summers that are hot and sunny. Warm seasons grasses keep your yard looking good no matter how long the summer lasts. If your lawn is looking ragged after winter - or if you’re just beginning the process of seeding a n ..read more
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