Tag: lawn maintenance

Business
What do homeowners want from lawn service companies?
When you are considering opening any business, you need to understand what your potential audience wants — but that is especially true when you plan to work in a service industry like lawn care.
September 2, 2019
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Lawn care: The dirt of zoysia grass
A grass native to Asia, zoysia grass was introduced to the U.S. in the late 1800s and has a number of tolerances that has allowed it to thrive both in yards and on fairways across the country.
August 13, 2019
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Business bests: Should you offer organic fertilization as a service?
If you are trying to cater to these customers who prefer organic lawn care, here’s what you need to know about organic fertilizers and if offering them as a service is a good fit for your business.
May 29, 2019
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Lawn care: The dirt on St. Augustine grass
Want to know more about this warm-season grass? Click here to learn about the ins and outs of St. Augustine grass.
May 28, 2019
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Common lawn care estimating mistakes to avoid
While the struggling business owner will take their profits at face value, the successful lawn care operator will dig deeper to find out where they are making mistakes so that they can learn.
April 29, 2019
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Spring lawn care tips to help your clients grow healthy green lawns
Spring is just around the corner. Are your clients eager to spend time in their yards again? Check out spring lawn care tips that will have them seeing lush green lawns when spring rolls around.
April 15, 2019
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Business
Which weed is it? Henbit and purple deadnettle
Pollinators and birds love henbit and purple deadnettle plants, but they're considered weeds when they're growing in yards. Find out how to control them on TLC.
March 15, 2019
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Here’s how much you should charge for aeration and overseeding in 2019
When combined with fertilization and overseeding, aeration helps grass roots grow deeper, strengthens lawns and can help repair damage done by pests, pets and disease. See what to charge for these services.
February 27, 2019
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Five mistakes you might be making with your pre-emergence herbicides
If your lawn care company offers weed control services, you know that it is crucial to apply pre-emergent herbicides two to three weeks before the emergence of the targeted weed.
February 7, 2019
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Five lawn care YouTube channels to keep an eye on in 2019
It’s hard to believe it is already 2019 and as the growing season rolls on in, it is important to get ahead of the competition. One way to do that is by learning from other lawn care professionals on YouTube. Whether you are looking for the best lawn mowing practices or to learn about the […]
January 28, 2019
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Business
Things to consider before turning over equipment
There is no shortage of to-dos for landscape contractors preparing for a new season, especially when turning over leased or old equipment. Making the right decision for a business when it comes time to replace equipment in a mower fleet goes beyond simply comparing the sticker price of new units.
December 28, 2018
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Infographic explores the history of lawns
Mowing lawns is how many landscapers started their business or realized they were first interested in the green industry, but where exactly did lawns come from in the first place?
December 7, 2018
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