What We Do With Shrubs in Winter
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
4M ago
Shrubs and other woody plants native to your area will fare fine during winter’s typical cold days and nights. Native, healthy shrubs will go into dormancy according to natural triggers and will get through a routine winter without needing much help from you. However, you should be aware of and know how to plan to protect the shrubs in your landscaping during the various extreme winter weather events that can occur any year. Here are some weather events that should raise concern: An early cold spell could damage shrubs that have not yet hardened off for the winter. A warm period or thaw in th ..read more
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Ants Vs. Fire Ants
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
1y ago
Notice some ant hills in your yard or just an abundance of ants roaming near your home? Be careful, because those can either be Fire Ants or could be just regular ants. In this article, we will discuss the main differences between these two creatures so that you will be able to tell what they are if they take over your yard! First, let’s talk about regular ants. Regular ants are usually all black. They usually travel in packs and can be seen walking in a straight line of other ants. They are always looking for food so, if you have extra food lying around, be on the lookout for ants coming your ..read more
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Army Worms Vs. Caterpillars
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
1y ago
Do you see a small creature in your grass area and think it’s just a caterpillar? Well, you could be wrong. It could be an armyworm, which is terrible for your lawn. This article will explain the differences between the two so that you can decide your next lawn care steps. First, let’s talk about simple monarch caterpillars. Monarch caterpillars are the beginning stages of Monarch Butterflies. The easiest way to determine that the creature is a monarch caterpillar is by the color. Monarch caterpillars have yellow, black, and white horizontal stripes. They also have long antennae. Monarch cate ..read more
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How to Use Less Water on Your Grass During the Hottest Months
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
2y ago
Let’s Save Some Water! Most homeowners want to strike a balance between having an attractive, green lawn in the summertime and not wasting water on grass. To do this, it’s important to understand how to conserve water and still get your lawn the water it needs. Summer months often mean dry, hot months. If you’re getting afternoon showers on a regular basis, you might not need to water as often. But if there’s not a cloud in the sky, you probably are going to have to get out the sprinklers. Water at the Right Time One way to conserve water is to make sure that you’re watering your lawn at the r ..read more
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Flower Bed Care Tips
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
2y ago
For those of us non-green thumbs, gardening can be a daunting undertaking. Every year we peer over at the neighbor’s beautiful hydrangeas and we can’t help but yearn for our yards to reflect the same glorious blossom. So what do we do? We promise this year is going to be different, we will come out with the most magnificent garden. Before you set out to grow your own secret garden, we have comprised a few flower bed care tips to lead you to victory. Two of the main reasons new gardeners fail are: they do not pay enough attention to the garden. Or they simply do not know what to look for. Be Pa ..read more
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Fescue Vs. Bermuda
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
2y ago
“I’d rather sit and watch the grass grow…” While most people use that expression as an excuse to get out of an unfavorable situation; let’s take a moment and actually consider something. Unless you’re really into lawn care, most people don’t really consider what type of grass they want in their yard but still find themselves looking at pictures of fields of billowing grass hills, far-off countryside or even their neighbor’s lawn. Bermuda vs Fescue Grass may not be your go to when thinking of a pristine lawn, but maybe it should be. Bermuda is known for being the luxurious green carpet on golf ..read more
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Why and How to Winterize Your Lawn
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
2y ago
Keeping your lawn gorgeous through the cooler months is the goal every year, and it can be attained by winterizing your lawn. The cold is hell on your grass, but by following a few simple-yet-effective steps, you can have the lush, hearty green turf by the time the warmer months come back around. When your lawn can withstand a cold winter, it’ll have the fortitude to thrive in the warmer months. The sooner you winterize, the easier green-up will be in March and April. Get Rid of Weeds Protect your shrubs and grass, but don’t let weeds and other nuisances rob them of vital nutrients. Remove the ..read more
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Aerating, Overseeding, and Fertilizing
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
2y ago
Keeping your yard beautiful is a year-round task, with lawn care chores changing as often as the seasons. Fall is finally here, so don’t miss your chance to optimize your lawn’s potential with aerating, fertilizing, and overseeding. Overseeding is the process of planting new grass seeds over an existing lawn. It will fill in thin spots and thicken your lawn, and make it stronger against insects and disease. In the south, fall is your only chance to overseed. If you do it in the spring, it will get hot too quickly, and roots won’t have a chance to develop in the ground. Before you begin, you ne ..read more
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How to Edge Your Lawn
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
2y ago
Many homeowners choose to forego edging their lawn. If you’re one of them, we’re here to change your mind. Lawn edging is easy and doesn’t take much time at all. Plus, it will give your lawn a great finishing touch after you’re done mowing. Choose Your Tool When it comes to choosing a lawn edger you have two options: an electric or gas-powered edging tool or a manual edging tool. Power Edger Power edgers work much faster than manual ones, but that doesn’t necessarily make them better. What kind of power edger should you get? One that is inexpensive, light, and straight. You don’t need to break ..read more
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Watch Out for These Poisonous Plants
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by The Other Side Lawn Care
2y ago
The beautiful state of Georgia is home to a plethora of indigenous and transplanted living organisms. From plants to people, Georgia is filled with a little bit of everything. As it stands, a few poisonous plants in our state thrive in the wilderness and are more than a little prominent. Being aware of the following list of poisonous plants might save you hours and potentially even days of pain, doctor bills, and grief. There are quite a few plants that harbor poison, but not to the touch. This list does not concern those. This list is to help you identify plants that should NOT be touched. St ..read more
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