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Heat, Wind & Your Lawn
What Mid-Michigan homeowners can expect in their landscape this week. This week's forecast is promising the most significant heatwave so far this summer. Not only is it going to be hot, but there is expected to be significant wind, which may sound like sweet relief...
Will Your Irrigation System Be Ready When the Dry Weather Returns?
Just a few weeks ago, much of the Great Lakes Bay Region was experiencing increasingly dry conditions. Lawns were beginning to show signs of stress, soils were drying out, and many homeowners were becoming concerned about the possibility of drought conditions...
Now Is the Time for Preventative Grub Control
Every summer, we get calls from homeowners wondering why parts of their lawn suddenly turned brown, thinned out, or started pulling up easily from the soil. Many times, the culprit is grubs. The challenge with grub damage is that by the time you see the symptoms, the...
Why Is My Lawn Turning Blue? Watering Tips for Michigan Lawns
If you've noticed lawns around the area taking on a blue-gray tint lately, you're not alone. Several of our Account Managers have reported seeing drought-stressed turf throughout our area, and it's a sign homeowners shouldn't ignore. While Michigan is not currently...
7 Ways to Prep Your Lawn for the Heat of Summer
Even though Midland has been getting some rain lately, many lawns across Mid-Michigan are still dealing with dry conditions below the surface. A few rainy days can make grass look greener temporarily, but warmer temperatures, wind, and inconsistent moisture are...
Best Time to Apply Grub Control in Midland, MI (Spring 2026 Guide)
Every spring, homeowners across Mid-Michigan start thinking about grub control as soon as the lawn greens up. But when it comes to preventing grub damage, applying treatments too early can actually reduce effectiveness. The key isn’t simply the calendar date, it’s...
Lakefront Landscaping Ideas for Michigan Homes: Creating Outdoor Spaces Designed for Life on the Water
There’s something special about living on the water. Whether enjoying quiet mornings by the shoreline, entertaining friends on the patio, or ending the day around a firepit overlooking the lake, waterfront properties offer a connection to the outdoors that’s hard to...
Your Lawn Is Waking Up, But the Soil Tells the Real Story
If your lawn is finally starting to green up, you’re right on schedule for this time of year in Mid-Michigan. After a long winter, it’s exciting to see that fresh color come back. But something you may not realize is right now, what’s happening underground matters...
5 Ways to Check if Your Plant Is Dead or Dormant
Dormant vs. Dead: What’s Really Going On? In our Mid-Michigan climate, plants go dormant to survive winter. Everything above ground may look lifeless, but the roots are still alive and waiting for consistent warmth. The challenge? Early spring conditions can make...
What to do with spring bulbs when they’re done blooming?
Spring bulbs put on a great show, but what happens after they bloom is just as important as the display itself. The way they’re handled now directly impacts how they perform next year. Let the foliage work a little longer Once blooms fade, it’s natural to want to...