Your lawn is a living thing, and like all living things, it feeds. Your grass consumes nutrients from the soil for growth, coloration, and root strength. However, these nutrients are both finite and water soluble. As your lawn continues to grow throughout the seasons, it will gradually degrade in quality. Colors will fade, brown spots will form from poor root structure, and it will be harder to maintain. This is the key of seasonal lawn fertilization: to reintroduce these nutrients to the soil so your lawn can thrive.
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In New England, fall is an amazing time as whole forests of trees turn crimson and gold… and then it dumps those leaves on your lawn. Before you sigh and pick up that rake: you might be able to do some good with those leaves right where they are. By mowing leaves into your lawn, you can provide additional nutrients to your lawn for the long winter slumber and take a break from raking. Continue reading Fall Lawn Tip: Mowing Leaves Into Your Lawn
A well-manicured lawn is an integral part of the landscape of both homes and businesses. It gives curb appeal and a sense of uniformity and consistency to the surrounding landscape. However, the length one should cut their lawn is a question that has been posed many times. The length of the grass determines how well it will grow, and also how well it is protected against various pests and the elements. 
The great thing and horrible thing about grass is that it grows. You might find yourself grumbling as you have to start up the lawnmower, but it also means you’ll get fresh, green grass year after year. However, season after season your grass can gain a heavy buildup of dead grass (known as thatch), or the soil can be stomped flat by use. This compact thatch and soil can block air, water, and nutrients, causing your grass to starve. Today we’ll look at aerating basics and the right time for lawn aeration. 
Lawns are a living thing. With the proper lawn care, the