The Groundhog may have missed seeing his shadow, but the long-term forecast suggests we’re in for some truly great weather starting around mid-March. Before we know it, it’ll be time to roll up our sleeves and take care of those essential lawn chores. Instead of rushing out to buy the latest “miracle” products from big Read More >
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Spring Lawn Seeding
Are you considering seeding your lawn this spring? Spring seeding can be a tricky proposition. Read more to find out what you should do instead.
Spring is here!
Apply pre-emergent now to prevent Crabgrass and Foxtail this Summer! Whether you plan to do it yourself or let the professionals take care of your Lawn Care Applications, apply pre-emergent now if you want to prevent Crabgrass & Foxtail this summer. Once these tough weeds have germinated they are nearly impossible to control. Be smart Read More >
Spring Lawn Checklist
Spring is a crazy time of year for homeowners here in the Kansas City Metro. We have St. Paddy’s Day Parades, Royals opening day, little league starting up, soccer, spring break and so much more! It’s also a very busy time for your lawn & landscape. To help you out, and ensure you don’t forget Read More >
Why Your Kansas City Lawn Looked Splotchy After the Extreme Freeze—and How It Rebounds
A recent spell of brutal cold hit Kansas City hard, with temperatures plunging to around 10°F. If you stepped outside and looked at your lawn, you might have done a double-take. What looked like a diseased, blotchy pattern across the turf is actually a temporary, though visually striking, response to an extreme hard freeze. Here’s Read More >
Do I really need a lawn care application right now?
The lawn care applications Custom Lawn does in the fall might be the most critical applications of the year. At Custom Lawn, we apply two lawn care applications later than many lawn care companies in the Kansas City area do. We do so because those two applications are critical to the lawn’s appearance and performance Read More >
Transform Your Yard: Easy Ways to Create Stunning Lawn Mowing Patterns
Do you admire the distinctive striped patterns in your neighbor’s lawn or the perfectly manicured look of a golf course? Have you ever wondered, “How can I cut patterns in my lawn?” or “What’s the secret to mowing stripes in my lawn?” Many people think achieving these eye-catching designs requires special, expensive equipment or professional Read More >
Are Armyworms Damaging Your Lawn?
Armyworms are in the Kansas City area doing damage to lawns. Are they in your lawn?
Voles are destructive lawn pests that require a thorough treatment plan to manage.
While some people may think voles are cute little critters, the truth is they can do quite a bit of damage to your lawn in the spring. In the spring, your lawn is not growing, but the crowns and roots of your lawn are still very inviting to voles. Voles move through the lawn, eating Read More >
3 Essential Fall Lawn and Landscape Chores!
It’s fall in Kansas City! The long summer days have given way to the shorter days and longer nights of fall. Just like every new season, fall brings its share of essential outdoor chores! Read more to learn about how to do some of your essential fall lawn and landscape chores like the pros! 1. Read More >
What Are You Doing About Your Fall Leaf Cleanup?
Leaves left on your lawn for more than a couple weeks in the fall can thin your lawn, bring on disease and cost you money.
Time Is Running Out! Get Your Sprinkler System Winterized NOW!
Winterizing your sprinkler system now is a great idea if you haven’t already done so.
Why does my lawn look ‘fuzzy’?
Lawn grass seed heads can give the lawn a bit of a funny look this time of year. They may even look like weeds. Here is what they are, why they are there and what you can do to make them impact the appearance of your lawn for as short a time as possible.
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