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Signs of Armyworm Damage

Signs of Armyworm Damage in Your Lawn and How to Fight Back Against an Infestation You love your lawn, but are you ready to go to battle for it? You might have to if you have an armyworm infestation. Armyworms are common lawn pests in Alabama and many other parts of the U.S., but they…

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How to Handle Drought Stress in Your Lawn

How to Identify and Treat Your Drought-Stressed Lawn  Your lawn relies on you to give it the water and care it needs during periods of drought. Below, we’ll talk about the ways a drought can affect your lawn, and what homeowners can do to help it survive and even thrive through the long Alabama summer…

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How to Combat Lawn Diseases in Alabama

Lawn Diseases in Alabama: How to Identify and Eliminate Each Type Even a lawn that is well-maintained can be susceptible to numerous types of disease. In Alabama, the warmth and humidity can provide a breeding ground for fungus and other bacteria that can decimate your turfgrass and leave you with unsightly brown patches. In extreme…

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Common Weeds in Alabama Lawns

The Most Common Types of Lawn Weeds in Alabama & How to Control Them With its short, mild winters and hot, breezy summers, Alabama enjoys a long growing season. This is great when it comes to crops––but not so great when it comes to weeds. If you’re trying to battle pesky weeds and cultivate a…

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Core Aeration in Alabama: Benefits and Tips

A Guide to Core Aeration for a Healthier Lawn The goal for any homeowner is to maintain a strong, healthy lawn year-round. One of the best ways to achieve that is with core aeration. For Alabama lawns with heavy clay soils, spring aeration is crucial. But what does core aeration do? In this guide, we’ll…

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Best Types of Grass in Alabama

What are the Best Types of Grass in Alabama? Maintaining a lush, green lawn in Alabama can be a challenge, but it all starts with picking the right type of grass. Having a diverse climate, Alamaba falls in the transition zone of the southeast, meaning both warm-season and cool-season grasses can thrive. With the best…