Once the 100-degree weather has passed, we get asked about the right time to stop mowing the lawn. As with most lawn care practices, there is an environmental roadmap that lets us know the answer to this question. Let us explore the nature of your grass a little further, so we can answer that all too [...]
It is finally here! The season for brightly lit, festive nights is upon us. From Christmas to Diwali to Hanukkah, we have several holidays that revolve around lights. As the temperatures drop, we tend to become closer to each other and stay at home more often. What better way to create a warm ambiance than hanging [...]
To all of you pumpkin lovers, the weather apps and news sources have great news for you. The average temperatures are about to drop from the low 80s into the 60s over the next seven to ten days. The change in average temperature is a good time to recap how cooler, fall temperatures can impact lawn [...]
Weed Xtinguishers’ clients are often concerned about the effects of rainfall on their pest prevention services. In today’s article, we will explore how these treatments are affected by rainfall. Pest chemicals are unique because they are scientifically formulated to have long residuals that kill bugs. Unlike lawn care chemicals, most insecticides are created with bonding agents [...]
It is finally Saturday, the day you have been waiting for all week to mow your lawn. You know you must mow the lawn over the weekend, as there is no time during the work week. But, what happens? It rains on Saturday- the day you have been anticipating. Now, you wonder if it’s safe to [...]
Weed Xtinguishers’ clients are often concerned about the effects of rainfall on their chemically enhanced lawns. The amount of water lawn chemicals are exposed to can alter the effectiveness of the solution. To ensure your lawn is receiving exceptional care, you should understand how our chemicals work, as well as the purpose behind the various types [...]
What do you think of when considering the ideal lawn? Possibly a golf course? In order to attain the perfect grass to hit a golf ball, golf courses spend thousands to millions of dollars in annual upkeep costs. Nearly every single day, they water and mow each course and ‘green’, resulting in grass that is stable [...]
In addition to dogs and cats, rabbits are a staple among pet owners. However, these cute animals (when wild) can also be a nuisance to homeowners and renters. In fact, they can be one of the most difficult, competing factors to deal with when trying to have a perfect lawn. Their most annoying act is making [...]
For those of you new to North Texas, you may have noticed the majority of the lawns in the area have 1 of 3 grass types: Bermuda, St. Augustine, and Zoysia. In this blog, we’ll elaborate on how Bermuda and St. Augustine grasses differ in plant structure and how their respective structures handle the high heat [...]
OMG, It is hot in Texas! With area temperatures consistently reaching 110° F, everyone is at risk of becoming a victim of a heat-related illness. Because your lawn is an organism, it too can become stressed from high temperatures. Unfortunately, it’s impossible to bring your yard into the air conditioning, so we’ll need to do some [...]
