Tree and Shrub Deep-Root Fertilization Late Fall is the ideal time to fertilize trees and shrubs in your landscape. LawnAmerica provides a one-time deep-root liquid fertilization service during November and December. In Fall and Winter, trees and shrubs build up starch reserves, grow new roots, and strengthen old roots. Fertilization helps to repair any […]
With all the new construction in Collin County, I see many young trees either planted wrong or mulched too close to the trunk of a tree. Here are four simple tasks you can perform to ensure you’ll enjoy your new tree for years to come: 1) Stake the tree, only if necessary. Studies have shown […]
Weed Alert!! Weed Alert!! This mild winter has brought weed growth to North Texas. Now is the best time to apply Pre-Emergent and Post-Emergent Weed Control to prevent weed growth during the Spring and Summer months. A liquid post-emergent is needed for the control of existing Winter grassy weeds and broadleaf weeds such as henbit […]
Are you doing the Texas Two-Step dance after stepping on an active ant mound? Spring rains and warm temperatures have activated fire ant colonies. Fire ants are very aggressive, and can inflict a painful sting to humans and pets. LawnAmerica is a licensed Top Choice applicator. Top Choice is a revolutionary granular product that eliminates […]
After the hot dry temperatures in July, everyone has some turf damage. So what do you do now? Watch for turf insects. Chinch bugs: summer insect Small, BB size, black body with whitish wings, some without wings On leaf blades sucking moisture or on the ground Grubs: May/June larva causing Summer and Fall damage […]
They are back!! We have seen armyworm larvae in Prosper, McKinney and Celina lawns! So watch for them. They are hungry. Last year, we found them in August, and in 2016 September. Armyworm larva vary in color from dark greenish-brown to black. On each side, there are long pale white, orange, and dark brown stripes […]