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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 14, 2025
Canopy Lawn Care Featured in Real Simple: Tips for Shady Lawns
Canopy Lawn Care was featured in Real Simple! Read expert Mike Hrivnak’s tips on enriching soil to help grass thrive in shady lawns and improve overall lawn health.
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Japanese Beetles and Grub Control
How to Identify and Treat Grub Damage in Your Lawn Grubs are the larvae of Japanese Beetles, and their presence in your lawn can cause extensive damage if left untreated.
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Is Slime Mold Bad?
In fact, what you are seeing is very common and is not a fungus at all. At one time, slime mold was considered part of the fungi kingdom, however it
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When should I start cutting the grass?
How do I know if it is time to start mowing my lawn?The best time to start mowing your lawn is when the grass is actively going again. Don't break out
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Thinking about selling your home?
It’s still a seller’s market when it comes to real estate in Raleigh and Charlotte. If you are in the process of, or thinking about, selling your home then chances
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How to Water Your Lawn for Best Results
July is just around the corner and so is the heat! What does this mean for your lawn? Lots of water. If you do not have an irrigation system installed,
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How To Treat Crabgrass
The best defense against crabgrass is actually a healthy lawn. The more healthy and deeply rooted your turf is, the harder it becomes for invasive weed species to take over.
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