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Mowing your lawn in Georgia on a regular basis is a great way to keep it looking nice and neat throughout the year. However, it's important that you follow proper mowing practices while mowing your lawn so that you don't cause any damage to it. If you're noticing that ruts are forming on your lawn after you mow it, it's probably because you're mowing in the same direction and pattern every time. To prevent ruts from forming in your lawn, you should switch up your mowing pattern every single time. In addition to helping prevent ruts from forming on your lawn,...

Regularly mowing your lawn is what helps keep its pristine look throughout the year. In Georgia, your lawn should be mowed year-round. Be sure to only sign up for a mowing service that offers year-round mowing so your lawn is well-kept throughout the year. During the spring, summer, and fall months, your lawn should be mowed weekly. These are the months when your grass will grow the most, so it is important that it doesn't become overgrown during these warm and rainy times of the year. Once winter arrives, your grass won't be growing as rapidly, so you can cut down to a bi-weekly...

Throughout the year, your lawn in Georgia will need to be mowed regularly to keep it looking neat and manicured. However, you may be wondering if it's better to bag or mulch your grass clipping when you're mowing your lawn. Well, the answer is that it's better for your lawn if you mulch the clippings. That's because when you mulch the clippings, they will eventually break down and return nutrients to your soil. One of the most common misconceptions of mulching grass clippings is that it causes a thatch build-up problem. This isn't true because the clippings are made...

We trust professionals to do their jobs correctly. When your doctor tells you to take antibiotics, you do it. When your lawyer asks you to not post that picture, you listen. It's easy to assume your lawn maintenance company also knows best when mowing your lawn. The truth is sometimes companies don't maintain your lawn the right way, so you'll want to know what to look for when hiring a company to mow your lawn. Make sure the company you're looking to hire will take the time to make your property look pristine by including edging, string-trimming, and blowing with their...

Scalping has become a more controversial topic in the green industry. More often than not, it can cause more harm than good to your grass. However, in Georgia, your lawn can actually benefit from being scalped in the spring as long as it's comprised of bermudagrass. Scalping is the process of cutting your grass at a low level, exposing the stems of your grass blades and it should be done in the spring season to get your lawn to the perfect height to begin the growing season. Continue reading to learn more about scalping and if your lawn should be scalped this spring. What is...

Sod is a silver bullet for many property owners. It can turn a yard full of dead, brown grass into a canvas of green overnight. While sod gives you a new lawn instantly, it does require continued care after it has been installed. New sod must be watered consistently so that it grows deep roots and becomes established in the soil. Once it settles in, your new sod can be used and maintained like normal. However, there are a few things you need to know before you mow your new sod for the first time. You should wait at least 2 weeks to mow your sod after it has been installed, cut back on...

Suitably preparing your warm-season lawn for winter is crucial in setting it up for success in the coming year. Lime treatments can help optimize your soil's pH levels so that your grass can grow richer and lusher. A post-emergent weed control treatment will rid your lawn of any existing weeds so that your grass doesn't have to fight for resources over winter when it's already struggling. Last but certainly not least, mowing your warm-season grass at the correct height is imperative for the prevention of disease and insect infestation, especially important over the cold and wet...