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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.

June 4, 2026

How to Mow and Water Cool-Season Grass for a Healthier, More Resilient Lawn

Learn the best mowing and watering practices for cool-season lawns. Build deeper roots, improve drought tolerance, and support healthier turf with Canopy's Soil First approach.

May 9, 2024

Summer Maintenance Pruning

The best time to prune is typically when the tree or shrub is dormant, which is why heavier pruning or rejuvenation pruning should be reserved for the late fall and

Dave Hatch and family, proud owners of Canopy Lawn Care Salt Lake City, bringing sustainable lawn solutions to their local community.

May 1, 2024

Sustainable Lawn Care Comes to Salt Lake City with Canopy’s Eco-Friendly Solutions

Salt Lake City, UT — May 2024 Canopy Lawn Care, a leader in sustainable, science-based lawn treatment, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest franchise location in Salt

April 21, 2024

10 Tips For Preventing and Controlling Crabgrass

Preventing and controlling crabgrass is a task that burdens many homeowners.Digitaria is a species of creeping grass that is native to warm climates. Most homeowners know it as Crabgrass and

Shawn Enderle, owner of Canopy Lawn Care Lexington, bringing sustainable lawn care solutions to Central Kentucky homeowners.

April 15, 2024

Canopy Lawn Care Now Serving Lexington, KY: Sustainable Lawn Treatments For Healthier Lawns

Lexington, KY — May 2024 Canopy Lawn Care, a leader in sustainable and science-based lawn treatment services, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest franchise location in Lexington,

Canopy Lawn Care now serving Greenville, SC, offering sustainable, eco-friendly lawn treatment solutions for local homeowners.

April 1, 2024

Canopy Lawn Care Now Serving Greenville, SC with Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Lawn Solutions

Greenville, SC — April 2024 Canopy Lawn Care, a provider of sustainable, science-based lawn treatment services, has officially launched a new franchise location in Greenville, South Carolina. The location is

March 28, 2024

Zika Virus and Your Lawn

Zika virus is transmitted to humans through mosquito bites. According to the CDC, this virus will continue to spread over time, however it will be difficult to determine how it

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