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Turf Nerds Blogs
Welcome to Canopy Lawn Care’s Turf Nerds blog. Read through valuable insights, tips, and fun lawn care banter written from the desk of Mike Hrivnak. Mike’s credentials include graduating from the #1 turf grass management program in the U.S. at NC State, athletic field management for UNC Chapel Hill, Durham Bulls, and the Washington Nationals, plus 20 years of industry experience.


March 22, 2025
Canopy Lawn Care Featured in Southern Living: 8 Outdated Landscaping Trends To Ditch This Spring
Canopy Lawn Care featured in Southern Living! Learn expert watering tips from Mike Hrivnak to avoid outdated landscaping practices and keep your lawn healthy and modern.
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How effective are mosquito control services?
First off, let’s review what we know about mosquitoes.Mosquitoes are a group of a species of small insects that are a type of fly (order Diptera). Within that order they
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Why Leaf Removal Throughout The Winter Matters
The peak leaf season may be over, but did you know that it is important to keep removing leaves throughout the winter?Leaf Clean Up Keeps Your Lawn HappyA few leaves
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Lawn Care Prep For Winter
Heed caution when purchasing products for your lawn that are labeled “winterizer” or note that they are for “winterizing” your lawn. While these products may be ok to use, the
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Lawn Care in the Fall and Winter
At Canopy, though, we know the importance of the fall and winter months in recovering from the previous summer and preparing for next spring. Below are some tips for feeding
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Lawn Care Crew Safety and Education
Is your lawn care service provider properly trained and educated on the use of their equipment and any chemicals that they may be applying to your lawn? Are you confident
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Johnny Appleseed Day
Who was Johnny Appleseed?Did you know that September 26 is “Johnny Appleseed Day”? The day is celebrated in honor of the folk legend, who was born on September 26, 1774,
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