From a favorable spring that encouraged strong grass growth to a record-breaking fall drought, 2024 brought unique challenges and opportunities for lawn care. Warmer temperatures, increased pest activity, and shifting weather patterns highlighted the importance of proactive lawn care strategies. By analyzing last year’s trends, we’ve identified key takeaways to help homeowners better prepare for the season ahead. Whether it’s following a proper mowing and watering schedule, managing grubs, or increasing organic matter in the soil, these insights will help set the foundation for a healthier, more resilient lawn in 2025.
Read More...2024 Lawn Care Insights: Key Trends & Tips for a Stronger Lawn in 2025
Protect Your Lawn from Snow Damage: Tips for Winter Activities
It's winter in New England! As snow begins to settle on your property, the season invites a range of outdoor activities for both kids and adults. From playful snowball fights and building snow forts to the more practical tasks of shoveling driveways and clearing walkways, winter encourages time spent outdoors. However, while these activities can be a part of the season’s charm, they can also take a toll on your lawn if not managed carefully. Here’s how to protect your lawn during snow activities and limit winter damage.
Read More...5 Eco-Friendly Tips for a Sustainable Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for family, joy, and celebration, but it’s also a perfect opportunity to reduce our environmental impact and embrace sustainability. Whether it’s the gifts we give, the way we decorate, or the meals we share, there are many ways to enjoy a more eco-friendly holiday season without sacrificing any of the traditions that make it special. Here are 5 simple eco-friendly tips for a sustainable holiday season:
Read More...Parents Beware of Ticks and Mosquitoes Lurking This Halloween!
Trick or treat... don't give mosquitoes and ticks something good to eat! It's Halloween and parents and kids everywhere are gearing up for a night of costumes, candy, and fun! But while you’re planning the perfect route for trick-or-treating, don’t forget about those pesky ticks and mosquitoes that can pose a risk to your little ghouls and goblins. Here’s how to keep your kids safe while they enjoy the spooky festivities.
Read More...How to Avoid Ticks While Hiking
New England is renowned for its stunning fall foliage, and with its scenic mountain peaks, rolling hills, and vast forests, there is no better place for fall hiking. Unfortunately, blacklegged ticks remain active during the fall months, presenting a serious risk to hiker health. These tiny yet troublesome pests are found in grassy, brushy, wooded areas, including hiking trails and woodland paths.
As you gear up for your next hiking excursion, it is crucial to take proactive steps to safeguard yourself against tick bites and the potential transmission of tick-borne diseases. To help ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience, we have compiled a list of tips to minimize your risk of tick encounters.
Pure Solutions Expands into Southern Maine!
Pure Solutions is excited to announce our expansion into Southern Maine! Working alongside members of the Maine coastal community, the company will offer safe and effective tick and mosquito control services to residents in the Pine Tree State. This expansion will allow Pure Solutions to continue on its mission to reduce toxic chemicals from the environment to protect loved ones and communities.
Read More...How to Overseed Your Lawn in the Fall
Fall is one of the best seasons for new grass growth. With cooler temperatures creating optimal conditions, it's the perfect time to rejuvenate your lawn. Seeding helps build turf density, fill in bare or bald areas, and is a key step in maintaining a healthy lawn. When combined with organic fertilizer, compost topdressing, and lawn aeration services, overseeding can transform your property in just weeks.
Read More...Back to School: Staying Safe Amid Increased EEE and WNV Risk
With kids back in school, many parents have raised concerns about the ongoing cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV) across Massachusetts and New England. EEE and WNV are mosquito-borne illnesses, and children may be at an increased risk of contracting these illnesses. In response, some towns have closed parks and fields, implemented a recommended curfew, and adjusted town-sponsored after-school activity start times. Given the risk in many areas, families should educate themselves about the dangers of these viruses and take proactive measures to protect themselves and their children.
Read More...August 2024 Employee Spotlight: Meet Emma Rotondo
Meet Emma Rotondo, our August Employee Spotlight! Emma is our Analytics and Business Development Manager, who has been a key team member since 2023. She excels in analyzing data to provide insights into production and growth, and she plays a crucial role in shaping and guiding our business strategy.
Read More...How to Get Rid of Crabgrass: Identification, Control & Prevention Tips
What is Crabgrass? How to Identify Crabgrass in Your Lawn
Annual summer crabgrass is a common low-growing weed known for its rapid spread. This troublesome weed appears in nearly every landscape and is easily noticeable and identifiable. Mature crabgrass typically has a yellow-green color and grows in a coarse, star-like pattern due to its growth from a single root. Understanding how to identify and control crabgrass is crucial for maintaining a healthy lawn.
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