Fertilizing Your Lawn For A Better Curb Appeal
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
6M ago
Your home’s curb appeal is the first impression visitors, and potential buyers get of your home. If your lawn isn’t well maintained and attractive, it could make even the grandest home seem lacking in appearance and appeal. You can take many steps to make your lawn look picture-perfect, with the right plants and trees strategically planted and the right decorations to catch the eye of others. None of these is as important as ensuring the grass on your property is green and lush. The key to achieving that eye-catching lush green lawn is fertilizing your grass. How Fertilizing Boosts Curb Ap ..read more
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How To Stripe Your Lawn
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
6M ago
When taking your lawn to the next level, lawn striping is an attractive option. The attractive stripes and patterns in college and professional sports stadiums make a lasting impression, and your lawn can too! Despite their grandeur, making those stripes and even other patterns in your lawn is easier than you might think if you have cool-season grass. In this article, we will go over the processes of lawn striping and how to give your lawn the talk of the neighborhood. How Does Lawn Striping Work? Lawn striping is a lawn care technique that creates alternating light and dark stripes in t ..read more
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How To Prepare Your Lawn For Winter
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
6M ago
With the summer months coming to an end, cooler weather is just around the corner. When your lush green grass of spring and summer fades to the colors of autumn, its time to start preparing for winter. During the winter months, your lawn is dormant, not needing as much attention as it would in the warm months. Homeowners know that the needs of your lawn change with each season, and preparing your lawn to thrive in spring after a cold winter is a priority. There are certain things you need to do to prepare your lawn for those long cold months. Aerate Your Lawn Aeration helps to improve dr ..read more
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Liquid Aeration vs. Core Aeration
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
7M ago
A healthy lawn starts with healthy soil. That’s why it’s important to aerate your lawn regularly. Aerating your lawn is a process that opens up and loosens the soil to allow air, water, and other nutrients to penetrate the grassroots and soil. This is achieved by drilling small holes in the soil (mechanical core aeration) or by a liquid application that breaks the bonds in the soil, making space for air, water, and nutrients to seep into the soil (liquid aeration).  Overall, aeration helps to improve your soil’s drainage, allowing your grass roots to grow deeper and more robust and maki ..read more
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How Do Quick-Release Fertilizers Work?
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
7M ago
In the ever-evolving world of lawn care and gardening, there is always a new product or technique promising to help us achieve the lush, thriving landscapes of our dreams. One such product that has gained popularity in recent years is quick-release fertilizer. As the name suggests, quick-release fertilizers are designed to quickly release nutrients into the soil. This makes them a good choice for plants that need a quick boost of nutrients, such as newly planted seedlings or lawns that are recovering from damage. Quick-release fertilizers can also help plants recover from drought or other st ..read more
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What Is Slow-Release Lawn Fertilizer?
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
9M ago
The vibrant green lawn of your dreams can only be achieved by adding fertilization to your lawn care routine. Given the abundant types of fertilizers available, you should acquaint yourself with the primary types. Among them is slow-release fertilizer, a type of fertilizer that releases nutrients slowly over time. This is in contrast to fast-release fertilizers, which release their nutrients quickly. Slow-release fertilizers are often used in gardening and landscaping because they can help to prevent nutrient burn and leaching. Two Main Types Of Slow-Release Lawn Fertilizers Though there ..read more
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What Is Fast-Release Lawn Fertilizer?
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
9M ago
When it comes to keeping your lawn healthy and vibrant, selecting the right fertilizer is a crucial decision. Among the many options available, the choice between fast-release and slow-release fertilizers stands out as one of the most important considerations. Each type has its own benefits and drawbacks, making it essential to understand their characteristics and determine which one is best suited for your lawn’s needs.  Fast-release fertilizer is a type of fertilizer that releases its nutrients quickly, usually within a few days or weeks. This is in contrast to slow-release fertilizer ..read more
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The Impact Of Lawn Fertilization On Outdoor Activities
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
9M ago
With warm weather upon us and days filled with sunshine, your home’s lawn has become rife with activity. Kids play on the grass for hours, running around and, occasionally, rolling around on the sun-warmed grass. Dogs and other pets take advantage of the soft grass and play and snooze in the sunshine. These idyllic summer moments are priceless but come at a cost to your grass.  A lawn with heavy activity is a joy for us, but it has heavy consequences for the grass. These are some of the ways your lawn could be affected: Soil becomes compacted with heavy foot traffic, making it difficul ..read more
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Lawn Fertilization For Drought-Resistant Landscaping
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
9M ago
Although droughts occasionally occur, some areas are beginning to experience them more frequently. If you’ve encountered a critical warm, dry climate in the previous summer, ensure you increase your grass care in the approaching spring to get an early advantage. Due to their robust root systems and thick top growth, strong lawns that are regularly fertilized are better able to withstand drought stress and recover more quickly. What Is A Drought? A drought is a period of time when a region experiences below-average rainfall. Droughts can last for weeks, months, or even years. They can sign ..read more
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How Lawn Fertilization Affects Grass Growth Rates
Holmes Lawn & Pest Blog
by Delta
9M ago
How Lawn Fertilization Affects Grass Growth Rates Whether you are new to lawn care or have been caring for your lawn for years, it’s impossible not to notice the improvement in the color and growth of your lawn after fertilizing it. However, you may be unaware that when you feed the grass, there is always more going on than meets the eye. The roots are spreading deep into the soil to assist the plant in resisting heat and drought. The blades are growing and producing sugars for the plants to utilize in conjunction with the fertilizer you’ve applied. Depending on the season, the grass may “w ..read more
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