What’s Happening to My Lawn During the Winter?
When the cold sets in and the ground freezes, most homeowners start to wonder what’s really happening to their grass until spring. Is it “sleeping”? Is it damaged? Should you ...
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Aeration and overseeding are two of the best services you can provide to rejuvenate your lawn. Once the process is complete, proper care is essential to ensure your new grass seedlings establish strong roots and fill in thin or bare areas. Here’s what you should know about caring for your lawn after aeration and overseeding…. View Article
As we look ahead to the cooler months of fall, it’s one of the best opportunities to improve your lawn’s health from the ground up. At Natural Tree and Lawn, we recommend pairing compost topdressing with aeration and overseeding—especially using turf-type tall fescue—as a powerful one-two punch that revitalizes your soil and encourages lush, resilient… View Article
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
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
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
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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November Pruning Tips: Safety, Damage Prevention & Proper Timing in New England
As the colorful leaves fall and trees enter dormancy, November presents a great opportunity for homeowners across New England to inspect their landscapes and perform some light, strategic pruning. However, ...
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When Evergreens Shed: Understanding Natural Needle Drop in Fall
As the seasons change, it’s easy to assume that evergreens—those steadfast trees that stay green year-round—never shed their needles. But if you’ve noticed a layer of brown needles beneath your ...
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Spotted Lanternfly
Updated: September 2025 The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is an invasive planthopper native to China, India, and Vietnam. First detected in the U.S. in Pennsylvania in September 2014, it ...
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How to Care for New Grass Seedlings After Aeration and Overseeding
Aeration and overseeding are two of the best services you can provide to rejuvenate your lawn. Once the process is complete, proper care is essential to ensure your new grass ...
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Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Apply Compost Topdressing and Overseed with Turf-Type Tall Fescue
As we look ahead to the cooler months of fall, it's one of the best opportunities to improve your lawn's health from the ground up. At Natural Tree and Lawn, ...
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