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Overseeding vs. Hydroseeding vs. Slit Seeding: Which Lawn Seeding Method Is Right for Your Lawn

A healthy, thick lawn doesn’t happen by chance—it starts with choosing the right seeding method. If you’re researching overseeding vs. hydroseeding vs. slit seeding, you’re not alone. Many Massachusetts homeowners know they need more grass but aren’t sure which approach will deliver the best results. The truth is that each method serves a different purpose…. View Article

The Benefits of Honey Bees

June 16, 2020
Insects are not typically on the top of most peoples lists of favorite animals because of the pest we deal with on a regular basis. This can make it easy to overlook all of the positive benefits insects can have. In actuality, only about 3% of insects are ever considered pest leaving the other 97%… View Article

Best Practices for Mosquito Control

May 29, 2020
Temperatures are rising and you are spending more time outdoors. You have also probably been swatting away mosquitos and other pesky bugs. Have you been thinking about mosquito control for your yard? Did you know there are 51 species of mosquitos that occur in Massachusetts? Most of these mosquito species only bite birds or other… View Article

7 Spring Tree Care Myths

May 26, 2020
In this day and age of internet and social media, there tends to be plenty of misinformation shared. This even holds true on subjects involving the green industry. Today we’re going to share and debunk 3 spring tree care myths you may have read about. Myth – Pruning in the spring will make trees “bleed”… View Article

Common Spring Lawn Diseases

May 13, 2020
Having a healthy, lush lawn is the dream of most homeowners. To get to that point, you may have some obstacles to hurdle. Lawn diseases, unfortunately, are one of those obstacles. In order for disease to occur there must be a host, a pathogen and the right type of environment. Here are some of the… View Article

Crabgrass Control: 3 Ways to Keep this Weed at Bay

April 22, 2020
Your lawn is looking beautiful and lush! Your grass is thriving in the cooler weather and you’re feeling proud. Summer arrives and you walk outside to see your lawn full of another type of grass. It has a lighter, green tint. Then it dawns on you, there’s crabgrass in your lawn. Crabgrass is a major… View Article

5 Steps to Control Ticks Around the Home

March 31, 2020
Ticks are potentially dangerous parasites that feed on many different animals including small mammals and birds, namely mice, chipmunks, and squirrels. They also will feed on large mammals like deer, dogs, and humans. Their ability to transmit diseases its what makes them such a problem and the reason tick control is important. Tick Species The… View Article

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Magnolia Scale in Massachusetts: How to Identify and Protect Your Magnolia Trees

If you're searching for Magnolia Scale Treatments, you're likely noticing sticky leaves, black sooty mold, or increased insect activity around your magnolia tree. Magnolia trees are among the most beautiful ...
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Spotted Lanternfly in Massachusetts: A Growing Concern for Homeowners

Over the last several years, the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has become one of the most talked-about invasive insects in the Northeast. Originally native to Asia, this destructive pest was ...
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Why Mosquitoes Are About to Surge Across Massachusetts Yards

As temperatures rise across Massachusetts and homeowners spend more time outdoors, many are beginning to notice a familiar nuisance returning to their yards: mosquitoes. After a stretch of rain last ...
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Store-Bought Lawn Fertilizer vs. Professional Products: What’s the Real Difference?

Walk into any home improvement store in spring and you’ll see rows of lawn fertilizer bags promising greener grass, fewer weeds, and fast results. For many homeowners, it seems simple ...
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When Should You Turn On Your Irrigation System in Massachusetts?

As spring settles into Massachusetts, many homeowners start asking the same question: “When should I turn on my irrigation system?” The answer isn’t tied to a single date on the ...
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Tick Season in Massachusetts: What to Expect in 2026 and How to Protect Your Yard

As spring settles into Massachusetts, so does something less welcome—tick season. And in 2026, early indicators suggest homeowners may be dealing with higher-than-average tick activity across the region. From wooded ...
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