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The Age Old Question: Sodding or Overseeding?

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August 15, 2024

Sodding and overseeding are popular techniques to encourage spring growth — but which one is right for your lawn care needs? They both offer benefits depending on your preferences and budget, so let’s take a deeper look into these two methods and how they work to beautify your lawn. Contact Us What Is Overseeding? Overseeding […]

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Beyond the Mow: Maintenance for your Lawn after Mowing

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May 23, 2024

Summer is the time to keep your lawn well-maintained. A lawn that’s clearly taken care of is great for curb appeal, and mowing actually has health benefits, such as minimizing insects around your business or home and keeping some allergens at bay. Most of us either do it ourselves or hire someone to do it […]

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Benefits of Using a Professional Lawn Service to Mow Your Grass

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March 19, 2024

Most people fall into one of two categories when asked about mowing the lawn — they love it or hate it. There’s rarely any in-between. The group of people that loves cutting the lawn usually says they enjoy being outside and having the ability to get away from everybody else to think. People who dislike […]

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How to Fertilize a Lawn: A Path to Green Grass

January 23, 2024

Jump to: The Basics Of Lawn Fertilization Preparing Your Lawn For Fertilization Choose The Right Fertilizer For Your Lawn Best Practices For Applying Fertilizer To Your Lawn  Applying fertilizer to your lawn is a vital part of lawn care and is critical to your lawn’s health. If you want a green and vibrant lawn, fertilizer […]

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Why Metal Pless Snow Plows Are the Right Choice

December 21, 2023

Jump to: Cleaner Surfaces  Limited Downtime And Delays  Reduced Salt Use  Multiple Applications  Versatile Attachments  Today, snow and ice removal extend far beyond pushing snow or pouring road salt to melt ice. While traditional snow removal methods might work on standard surfaces, they can fall short on more extensive surfaces. Heavy snowfall and extreme weather […]

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How to Protect New Grass Seed From Frost

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December 15, 2023

Jump to: What Is Frost? Will Frost Kill Grass Seeds Or New Grass? Can I Mow After A Frost? By this point in the year, you have prepared your lawn for winter and may have already experienced the first frost. Your lawn service has been busy preparing for winter and has likely come and gone […]

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Stand-On Mower vs. Zero-Turn Mower

May 25, 2023

Your lawn should make a good impression on people. A tidy property often translates to a tidy home and a professional, trustworthy business. Commercial buildings with large lawn areas can attract potential customers or impress prospective clients with a well-manicured outdoor space. Getting the best lawn requires the right tools, and the most important tool […]

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The Benefits of Spring Cleanup for Your Yard

November 15, 2022

Jump to: Leaf and Debris Removal Transitioning From Winter Additional Lawn Care Services Spring Cleanup Services  It can be challenging to care for your lawn during the cold months. Over the winter, dirt, moisture, and debris pile up on your lawn. These elements can turn healthy greenery into a difficult-to-manage plot of land. Conducting a […]

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The Importance of Fall Cleanup

The Importance of Fall Cleanup
August 16, 2022

Jump to: What Is Fall Cleanup? Benefits of Fall Cleanup Why You Should Hire Someone For Fall Cleanup Contact Green And Black Before the winter cold hits, getting your yard cleaned up and ready for the following spring is essential. Although it might seem like a small detail in landscaping, fall cleanup is actually a […]

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How Does Temperature Affect My Lawn?

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April 14, 2022

Jump to: When Does Grass Stop Growing What Temperatures Cause Grass To Stop Growing How To Prepare Your Lawn For Colder Temperatures How To Care For Grass When It Starts Growing The Benefits of Professional Lawn Care Contact Green & Black Wouldn’t it be great if our lawns could stay lush and green all year […]

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