Because Raleigh is located between the Piedmont region and the Coastal Plains region in North Carolina, both warm season and cool season grasses can thrive here. The warm season grasses will go dormant and brown during the winter, however, so they are best supplanted...
Water is one of our most precious natural resources, that’s why many cities and counties put restrictions on lawn watering. The lawn watering restrictions in Raleigh are based on current drought conditions and often change, depending on the current weather...
Many people move to Raleigh for the mild and short winters. These winters, combined with hot and humid conditions the rest of the year, create the perfect breeding ground for a number of insects. Backyard pests, including the ones that bite, can scare us out of our...
If only the dandelions and crabgrass would pay attention to the signs that read “keep off the grass.” Just a few weeds can ruin an otherwise perfect lawn. You can win the war against them, but first, you’ll have to fight a few battles. It helps to...
Homeowners in the Triangle know a thing or two about landscaping. Raleigh enjoys the nickname, “City of Oaks” thanks to the majestic trees that line the city streets and parks. Those oaks provide shade for many backyards here. Both front and back lawns are...
Adding any kind of native tree, shrub, or flower to your landscaping is a win-win. Native plants are hardier and can handle periods of drought, and they require less maintenance. Native plants also help to combat the invasive nature of foreign plants that can choke...
