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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

Beneficial Soil Microbes: The Key to a Healthier Lawn with Canopy Lawn Care

What kind of grass do I have?

Many people are unaware of the grass type that grows on their lawn. Figuring out what grass variety you have can be an important step to caring for your lawn

Avoid Heat Stress and Over Watering Your Lawn

This is the time of year when the days are sunny, long, and hot and rainfall can be few and far between. For lawns, this can cause heat and drought

How can I tell what type of grass I have?

Many people are unaware of the grass type that grows on their lawn. Figuring out what grass variety you have can be an important step to caring for your lawn

What Your Golf Pro Knows about Aeration That You Don’t

Ever wonder why golf courses always have full thick lawns? One key reason is their strategic use of core aeration. But you don’t have to own a golf course or

Healthy Lawn Care Benefits Everyone

All of us benefit from healthy grass, trees, and bushes. Now believe it when we say, a well-taken care of lawn can make a difference in the life of the

How Can I Get My Ornamental Trees and Shrubs to Bloom?

Ornamental trees and shrubs can add a lovely pop of color to any landscape. But how can you ensure that your plants bloom each season and offer the best color?Flowering

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