How to Get your Lawn Mower Ready for Summer in 7 Easy Steps Is it summer time? We live in central Minnesota so you can never be too sure, but from the looks of our greening lawns it’s time to take your outdoor power equipment out of storage and get ready for the first […]
Ahh, Minnesota. Now that the snow has finally melted (we think), you may be dismayed at the state of your spring lawn. Whether you’re staring at yellow patches, thin or sparse grass, or bare brown plots of dirt, now is the perfect time to bring your lawn back to life. With weather starting to warm […]
Crabgrass is one of the most troublesome weeds for yards. It’s found in almost every lawn and landscape. Crabgrass thrives especially well on patchy lawns and poor soil, so it’s no surprise this weed dominates Minnesota lawns. The good news is crabgrass plants only live a single year. The bad news is one single plant […]
It’s no secret that many Minnesota lawns aren’t looking their best this year, unless you have been one of the homeowners diligently watering your lawn or utilizing a sprinkler system this summer, you likely have a dry, brown yard–or at least patches of less-than-lush grass. The tough part is knowing how and when to seed […]
Setting up bird feeders in your yard is a great way to enjoy wildlife and takes just a few simple steps. If you’re having trouble attracting birds to your yard it might be a problem with the feeder’s placement, the kind of food you put out, or the predators in your area. Check out some […]