There are many possible reasons for brown spots in lawns: dull mower blades, animal urine, drought, bugs, and debris (to name a few). If, however, you are experiencing brown spots just after a mowing service, there is a simple explanation. The grass is experiencing summer lawn stress. While not the same as what human’s face, all [...]
To be honest, I was a little frustrated last month. I have been with Weed Xtinguishers for just over a year now. In addition to lawn mowing and pest control, I signed up for their fertilization and weed control program. This eight-application program is guaranteed to control all types of broadleaf and grassy weeds. You can [...]
Your lawn has been taken over by weeds. You’re not sure how it happened. Maybe you got busy at work, missed a couple of weed control applications, or faced circumstances that took your focus away from lawn care. Either way, it’s time to deal with the weeds. “Does Weed Killer Kill Grass?” – A Question We [...]
The warmer months can be a troublesome time for lawn care. Not only are homeowners facing drought, nutsedge, grub damage, and bare spots, they also must deal with invasive plants trying to take over. Getting rid of summertime grassy weeds can be difficult, but it is possible with patience and a game plan. The Terrible Three: [...]
One of the frequently asked questions we receive annually is on how to kill nutsedge. Unfortunately, this grassy weed is one of the most problematic and challenging weeds to eradicate. Let’s explore why for a minute. What is the Nutsedge Weed? Our working definition of a “weed” is any undesirable plant in your lawn. Nutsedge easily [...]
Summer evenings can be an excellent opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, as long as you are prepared to deal with the heightened activity of insects. Some of these summer insects can be harmful, like mosquitos. Other insects can be considered more of a nuisance than an attacker. One example of the latter is the scarab beetle, [...]
Weed Xtinguishers Note: We strive to always stay up-to-date on the latest turf trends locally and in the Southern United States. This spring, we have noticed an increase in the number of lawns not “greening up.” This article by Timothy Daly will help to explain this phenomenon. If you have any particular questions about your lawn, [...]
In our last blog, we talked about the fundamentals of lawn care after winter: ensuring adequate sunlight, watering, and fertilizing. Now that you have implemented these fundamentals, you can use these spring lawn care tips to create a drought-resistant yard. Tip 1: Remove Fallen Leaves from the Yard We have all been there. Whether it was the [...]
“The primary purpose of spring lawn care is to produce a lawn tough enough to survive the summer.” Batter up! It is springtime and the sound of bats cracking fill the air, but before teams like the Texas Rangers took the field in Arlington, they spent months in Spring Training. This period gave recruits a chance [...]
Five years ago, I purchased my first home and (to save on costs) determined to maintain my lawn. It wasn’t long before I realized that I knew very little about keeping a yard green and weed-free. I hired a local lawn care provider to provide lawn mowing and fertilization/weed control services. To be honest, I was [...]
