Lawn Library

Weeds On Edges?

Emerald Lawn Care receives calls every year asking “Why does my lawn look good except for all the weeds around the edges?” There are actually several reasons this is an issue on many lawns. 1) The concrete/asphalt of the driveway, sidewalks, curbs, and other...

Unique Challenges For Tear-Down Properties

When a new house is built on a tear-down site, the good soil is often sold off and replaced after construction with lesser-quality soil. We have checked many tear-down properties and pulled soil cores, finding little or no top soil and solid clay. What does this mean...

Emerald Lawn Care’s Six Tips for a Healthier Lawn

#1 Mow High! – Mowing your lawn at a taller height is the single most important rule you can follow when caring for your lawn. There is a one-to-one relationship between the height of your grass and the root depth. This means if you are mowing your lawn at 2 inches,...

The Drought of 2012 Appears to be Over – Watering Still May be Necessary

Last summer’s drought continued through most of the winter. Lake Michigan dropped to 2 inches under its previous lowest level ever, a full 12 inches less than normal. The drought and the lack of snow early this winter might still be reason for concern for homeowners...