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Core Aeration and Core Aeration with Overseeding: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Care for Your Lawn
As summer winds down and fall approaches, it’s the ideal time to start thinking about your lawn’s health. One of the most effective ways to keep your grass thick, green, and resilient is through core aeration—and even better, core aeration combined with overseeding....

Battling Lawn Diseases in Mid-Michigan: How to Treat and Keep Your Lawn Healthy — Reder Can Help!
As the summer heat and humidity build in Mid-Michigan, many lawns start showing signs of common turf diseases. These can cause unsightly patches, thinning grass, and general decline in lawn health. But don’t worry — with the right care and treatment, your lawn can...

Japanese Beetles in Mid-Michigan: What Homeowners Need to Know
Japanese beetles are back! If you’ve noticed skeletonized leaves or clusters of metallic green bugs swarming your plants, you’re not alone. These invasive pests are becoming a recurring issue throughout Mid-Michigan, and the damage they cause can escalate quickly....

Thinking About a New Lawn? The Best Time to Plant Is Coming Soon.
Here’s Why Late Summer Is Ideal, and What to Expect From a Fall-Seeded Lawn If a fresh, green lawn is part of your outdoor plans, now’s the time to start thinking ahead. In our area, late summer through early fall is the absolute best time to install a new lawn, and...

Why Do I Have So Many Weeds in My Lawn This Year—And What Can I Do to Get Rid of Them?
By Reder Landscaping | Midland, MI If your lawn in Midland, MI looks more like a patchwork of weeds than lush, green grass this year, you're not alone. Many homeowners across the Tri-Cities are asking the same question: “Why are there so many weeds in my lawn right...

Small Spaces, Big Potential
At Reder Landscaping, we’ve been lucky to design and build some pretty incredible outdoor spaces over the years, but not every project has to be a major transformation to be worth doing. In fact, some of the work we’re most proud of happens in the in-between spots: a...

Can you prune plants in summer?
Why summer pruning matters (and why now is the time to schedule yours) At Reder Landscaping, our crews are in full swing with summer pruning. This seasonal maintenance step plays a bigger role than many homeowners realize, it’s essential to keeping your landscape...

Why Do I Have So Many Weeds in My Yard? What Can I Do to Get Rid of Them?
If you’re a homeowner in Mid-Michigan, and tired of seeing weeds pop up faster than you can pull them, you’re not alone. We hear it all the time: “Why are there so many weeds in my yard?” and “How do I get rid of them for good?” Let’s break down the most common causes...

Drought Conditions in Midland – What to Watch For and How to Protect Your Landscape
With a few scattered showers here and there, it might seem like relief is on the way, but the reality is, Midland is still dealing with dry conditions. We’re seeing more and more signs of drought stress across the area. While some rain has helped, it hasn’t been...

Celebrating 60 Years of Reder Landscaping: A Look Back at Our Roots
On June 19th, we proudly celebrated a major milestone—60 years of serving the Great Lakes Bay Region with thoughtful, high-quality landscaping. What began in 1965 as a small operation founded by Walt Reder, Jr. has grown into a trusted, family-owned company with deep...