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2025 Year in Review

The 2025 season brought another year of dramatic swings in weather, pest pressures, and plant health challenges across Massachusetts. From early spring leaf-out and erratic rainfall to the rapid rise of several invasive insects, homeowners saw firsthand how quickly the landscape can change. This annual review highlights the most important Massachusetts pest and plant health… View Article

Better Water Management Starts with Better Soil: How To Help Your Lawn Thrive

July 29, 2025
Water is essential to a healthy, green lawn—but not all lawns use water equally. If your lawn seems to dry out quickly, even after a good rain or irrigation, your soil might be to blame. Want to know the solution to improve lawn water retention? Better soil structure and sometimes a little help from wetting… View Article

The Secret to a Thriving Lawn? It Starts with Quality Soil

July 16, 2025
When it comes to building a healthy, vibrant lawn, most homeowners think about seed types, fertilizers, and how often to mow. But there’s a less glamorous, often overlooked component that matters more than all the rest: your soil. In our experience at Natural Tree and Lawn, we’ve seen firsthand the difference between working with high-quality… View Article

Record-Setting Spring Season for Rain—means Summer Stress for Your Lawn and Landscape

June 24, 2025
Spring 2025 brought an extraordinary amount of rainfall to Massachusetts, marking one of the wettest seasons in recent memory. While this deluge has alleviated drought conditions across much of the state, it has also created an environment ripe for the proliferation of lawn and tree diseases. From Drought to Deluge: Massachusetts’ Changing Water Status After… View Article

Beech Leaf Disease Update: Massachusetts Trees Still Under Threat

June 10, 2025
A few years have passed since we first warned homeowners about Beech Leaf Disease (BLD), a devastating tree condition that has taken hold across the Northeast. Unfortunately, the situation in Massachusetts is not improving. In fact, it’s getting worse. Beech trees, both native and ornamental, are continuing to decline rapidly in infested areas. As of… View Article
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Stop Grubs Before They Strike: How Natural Tree and Lawn Care Protects Your Lawn

June 4, 2025
A lush, green lawn is the pride of many homeowners—but lurking beneath the surface, tiny troublemakers may be preparing to ruin your beautiful yard. Grubs, the larvae of beetles like Japanese beetles, June bugs, and European chafers, are among the most destructive lawn pests in New England. They feed on grass roots, creating unsightly brown… View Article

What to Know About Fallen Acorns & Lawn Health

May 29, 2025
If you have beautiful oak trees in your yard, chances are you’ve seen your lawn sprinkled with acorns each fall—and sometimes into spring. While these natural tree seeds are a sure sign of a thriving landscape, many homeowners wonder if they affect the health of their grass. The good news? With a little care and… View Article

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