Reduce Lawn Watering Demands with Hydretain Last week, we shared about how much to water your lawn using an irrigation system. In addition to proper watering, we recommend looking into a moisture manager. A moisture manager has the potential to lower watering requirements up to 50%. Here at Weed Xtinguishers, we use Hydretain. Your soil is like a [...]
Late-Summer Lawn Watering Guidelines August 1st marks the halfway point of summer. Here in Texas, it also starts the hottest month of the year. The temperature is constantly in the 100’s and rain is almost nowhere in sight. The lawn that you have been maintaining is going to be under tremendous stress. Much like humans, it’s [...]
Finding the Best Way to Fend Off Mosquitos Summers are tailor-made for outdoor fun, whether it includes time by the pool or enjoying a cookout in your backyard. This is especially true with the Fourth of the July, which certainly has no shortage of fun activities, like barbecues, fireworks, parades and more. When you’re packing up [...]
2016 North DFW July 4th Celebrations Let’s be honest. We all love to see things go boom! Here is a list of events in the North DFW area that feature a fireworks display. We found that admission is free but almost all of them have optional costs. Click on the provided links to read all of [...]
We’ve been getting quite a bit of rain here in Collin County lately. With all of this rain, our clients have noticed an increase in fire ant infestations, with mounds popping up in yards across Allen, Frisco, McKinney, and Plano recently. So what is the connection between ants and rain? When California saw an increase in [...]
Homeowners in Allen, Frisco, McKinney, and Plano know how quickly a swarm of mosquitoes can take over lawns and outdoor spaces. The importance of mosquito control, especially in Collin County, cannot be overstated. Protect your family and home from mosquitoes for the following reasons. Disease Control The Zika virus, yellow fever, malaria: the list of diseases [...]
You’ve seen the frightening headlines about the Zika virus, but is that just the media trying to make the news more interesting or is there actually cause for concern? Just last month*, the Texas Department of State Health Services voiced fears about Zika making its way into the Lone Star State from Mexico. While the Zika virus has [...]
In the 1930s, the Red Imported Fire Ant was accidentally introduced to the United States through a port in Mobile, Alabama. In the over 80 years since that seaside cargo mishap, at least 15 states in the country, including Texas, have found themselves infested with this horrible pest. Furthermore, it’s estimated that 20 million people are [...]
Besides being horribly annoying, a mosquito bite can spread diseases, such as dengue, Zika virus, and chikungunya. Those in and around Allen, Frisco, McKinney, and Plano are no strangers to the irritating sensation of a mosquito bite, and with summer on its way, mosquitoes are gearing up for their favorite time of the year. However, you can take [...]
With spring in full swing and summer just a few weeks away, the time of year to enjoy your lawn is now. From picnics and barbecues to kids running through sprinklers and enjoying the sunshine, there’s no better way to spend a summer afternoon than on your home’s beautiful lawn. However, outdoor pests common to Allen, Frisco, [...]
