When is the grass last cut of the year?
Prepare for the last grass cut of the year in North Carolina’s USDA zones 7b and 8a with tips tailored to the region’s unique climate.
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Pros and cons of a battery tender for winterizing lawn and garden equipment
Don’t let your lawn equipment battery freeze in cold winter weather. Know the pros and cons of using a battery tender to prevent potential damage instead.
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Should you overseed your lawn (and when)?
Have you thought you might like to overseed your lawn? Here are the crucial considerations and tips to help you get started.
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Does your lawn need lime?
Should you apply lime to your yard? It can be an effective way to achieve a healthier lawn – here’s you can tell if it is necessary.
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Fertilizer Labels: Understanding what N-P-K means
Do you know how to read fertilizers or need some help understanding what N-P-K means. This article explains iin detail how to understand it.
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Gas Lawn Mower Winterization: A step-by-step guide to proper fall maintenance
Winterizing a gas lawn mower (push or riding model) can help extend its life and save you from costly breakdowns. Here’s how to do it.
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Compost leaves this fall for natural fertilizer next year
Read why you might want to try to compost leaves instead of trashing them this fall – and learn how to make a wonderful natural fertilizer.
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Is your grass dormant or dead?
You might notice your lawn turning brown and wonder – do you have dead or dormant grass? Here is how you can tell the difference.
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Why does the Tayloe’s Lawn Care technician cut the grass in opposite directions?
People often ask our operations team: “Why do you cut the grass in alternating directions every service?” Here are 5 science-backed reasons.
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Read this before you replace your grassy lawn with native species
You might see the posts about tearing out grass and replacing it with native species, but please consider the cons along with the pros.
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Softscape vs. Hardscape: The key differences
Learn the differences between the principles of “hardscape” and “softscape” when you want to improve your landscaping.
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Late summer lawn care tips
Is your grass looking brown or dry? These six late summer lawn care tips can help you get things back on track and greening up again soon.
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Aphids and Your Lawn: Understanding the damage and protecting your grass and garden plants
Aphids can do considerable damage to your lawn garden in very little time. Read how to identify and control them before it’s too late.
Lawn Care Mythbusters: Debunking common misconceptions
These ten lawn care myths may sound like good practices, but you might actually be doing more harm than good. Brush up on these.
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Rye Grass and Fescue: A beautiful winter grass mix for northeastern North Carolina
Read how you can grow an appealing blend of rye grass and fescue for a stunning winter grass, and the advantages gained.
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