Journal

Notes from the yard.

Practical advice on mowing, hedges and seasonal care — the same things we tell clients on every walk-through.

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Seasonal

5 min read

Your fall lawn checklist before the first frost

Five jobs in October and November that decide how your yard looks next spring — from the last mow to clearing leaves the right way.

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Lawn care

5 min read

Why mowing height matters more than mowing often

Cutting too short is the most common lawn mistake we see. Here’s how blade height protects roots, shades out weeds and keeps grass green through August.

Lawn care

5 min read

Why mowing height matters more than mowing often

Cutting too short is the most common lawn mistake we see. Here’s how blade height protects roots, shades out weeds and keeps grass green through August.

Lawn care

4 min read

The one-third rule: how often should you really cut?

Forget the calendar. The right mowing schedule follows how fast your grass grows — and one simple rule tells you when it’s time.

Lawn care

4 min read

The one-third rule: how often should you really cut?

Forget the calendar. The right mowing schedule follows how fast your grass grows — and one simple rule tells you when it’s time.

Hedges

6 min read

Hedge trimming 101: timing, tools and the shape that keeps them dense

A hedge that’s wider at the bottom stays green all the way down. Here’s when to trim, what to use and how to get that clean line.

Hedges

6 min read

Hedge trimming 101: timing, tools and the shape that keeps them dense

A hedge that’s wider at the bottom stays green all the way down. Here’s when to trim, what to use and how to get that clean line.