Posted on June 12th, 2019
You put a lot of time into your lawn and garden, spent bundles on lawn care, flowers, trees, and shrubs. Now you need to maintain your investment. If you don’t have a method to water all of your plants, then you’re going to be in trouble, especially if you live in areas prone to drought. […]
Posted on June 5th, 2019
Applying fertilizer to your lawn is one of the most important lawn-care tasks you’ll take on this spring. By feeding your lawn the important nutrients provided by fertilizer, you’re preparing it to thrive throughout the growing season. But which type of fertilizer is best for my lawn? There are slow-release fertilizers and quick-release fertilizers. There […]
Posted on May 7th, 2019
Thatch is an intermingled blend of dead grass stems, shoots, and roots, which gather between the soil and the grass, causing an abundance of problems. For example, thatch makes it difficult for important nutrients like air, water, and fertilizer to penetrate your grass’ root systems, which in turn affects growth. So how do you deal […]
Posted on April 18th, 2019
A lush, healthy lawn is a delightful thing. It looks good, feels good, and it plays a key role in bringing your landscape together, giving your home that pristine look. Unfortunately, it’s around this time each year where your lawn can play victim to lawn pests, who can quickly turn your grass from lush and […]
Posted on April 4th, 2019
Spring has arrived in Massachusetts and us gardeners and homeowners are getting back to work in our yards. After the long, tough winter it’s time to repair the damage to our lawns and start to plan this year’s yard maintenance. At Turf Unlimted we are here to help by providing this list of tips to […]
Posted on March 21st, 2019
Having a lush, beautiful lawn is the dream of most homeowners. Unfortunately, lawn diseases can really take their toll on your grass and green spaces. Here are the top 5 lawn diseases to watch for in Massachusetts. Brown Patch Too much water can be a bad thing when conditions are right. The hot, moist weather […]
Posted on March 6th, 2019
Spring is one of the best times of the year. Your trees, shrubs, and plants are waking up from winter dormancy, and they’re getting ready to burst to life! Unfortunately, they’re not the only things waking up from winter dormancy. Overwintering insects are waking up too, and if you’re not prepared, they can wreak havoc […]
Posted on February 20th, 2019
Growing your own vegetables is so satisfying and they taste so much better than store-bought. But living in the north-east means we have to deal with the long cold winters that prevent us from enjoying fresh, home-grown vegetables year-round. Luckily, there are several ways to extend your growing season and enjoy year-round vegetables without moving […]
Posted on February 5th, 2019
Downsizing or minimalistic living is a growing trend among young people and the environmentally conscious. It’s the practice of only using what you need and nothing more to live a better, healthier lifestyle. Usually, minimalistic gardening goes hand in hand with tiny homes but anybody can practice it whether they have a tiny home or […]
Posted on January 21st, 2019
We are entering the second half of winter which is usually the snowiest here in Massachusettes. But with the snow comes the salt. Many people don’t realize that the salt they use on their driveways and walkways to make them safe is actually harmful to their plants. Not only that, but salt trucks also throw […]
