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5 Signs Your Lawn May Need Help

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We know many people will be spending time outdoors this weekend and spending the holiday with family.   While you are enjoying the outdoor fun, you might take a little time to observe your lawn.   There are several tell tale signs that your lawn may not be getting what it needs.   If you know how to see those signs early, potential problems can be fixed before your lawn has to suffer. 1) Weeds. Of course, all lawns will have a few weeds. But if it seems like the weeds are taking over more and more then you may be developing a problem.  Your grass and the weeds are fighting for the same resources (water, sunlight, nutrients) as the weeds … the less competition be better.  Sometimes a weed control program is all you need.  Other times a pH test for the soil may be a good idea.  Weeds may thrive at a different pH from your grass, so adjusting the pH is another possible way to solve a weed invasion.  Your local lawn care specialist in the Bay area ...

DIY or Hire a Professional - 3 Things to Consider Regarding Hiring a Professional Lawn Care Service

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Everyone loves a lush and healthy lawn, but having the time, the skills, and the proper equipment to create and maintain a healthy lawn can be daunting.  Many people probably wonder if they really need to hire a professional, and aren’t sure if it is worth the cost.  We think there are 3 main things to consider if you are thinking about hiring a professional lawn care service in the Annapolis area . 1) Expertise and Equipment.   Lawn care professionals are very familiar with the local climate and the types of plants and grass that thrive in your region.  They also know the pests and diseases that are more prevalent in that environment.  They know the signs to look for and have solutions and education to help you make informed decisions about your lawn care.  According to surveys, about 30% of Americans don’t know how often or how much to even water their lawns.  Lawn care professionals deal with these things every day and have the special skill se...

3 Common Lawn Issues We Solve!

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Keeping your lawn beautiful and green can be difficult without using professional help from Lawn Doctor of Annapolis . We see and treat over thousands of lawns, so we are professionals you can trust to help make your lawn look as beautiful as you've always envisioned! We can evaluate your lawn to figure out what issues are holding it back from being the best it can be, then we can help treat those issues to create a healthy, beautiful lawn. Keep reading to learn more about the three most common issues that we can help you fix! 1) Lawn Diseases There are diseases that can show up in your lawn and spread until they've taken over. There are several different kinds including brown patch, dollar spot, red thread, and snow mold. They can quickly destroy a beautiful lawn, so it's important to identify them early. Lawn Doctor can figure out exactly what your lawn needs in terms of treatment to boost it's health and make it strong and green again.  2) Drainage Issues Lawns can ...

Common Diseases Threatening the Lawn

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Did you know that lawns can get diseases? Some lawn diseases are minor, while others can destroy the beautiful grass you've worked so hard to grow. Lawn Doctor of Annapolis is the best lawn care service in the Chesapeake Bay area . We are here to help educate you on possible lawn diseases that could be preventing you from getting the beautiful yard you want. Keep reading to learn about some of the common diseases we can help address and prevent.  Summer Patch Summer Patch is a soil borne diseases that attacks bluegrass lawns. The disease organisms attack and destroy grass roots in the spring. When heat and moisture stress occurs in early summer, circular rings often with a green center appear in the lawn. To control Summer Patch aerate your lawn annually. Maintaining proper soil pH is also very important in helping the lawn resist this disease. Avoid over-watering as it depletes the soil of oxygen. Dollar Spot Dollar Spot is disease that affects all warm season...