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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.
November 9, 2022
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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October 29, 2022
Five Tips That Will Have You Pruning Like a Pro This Season!
What is pruning? Let's start with the actual pruning definition. Pruning is the process of trimming trees, shrubs, or bushes by cutting away dead or overgrown branches or stems. This
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October 28, 2022
Five Things You Need to Know About Pre-Emergent Weed Control
What is the purpose of Pre-Emergent Weed Control?Pre-emergent weed control is designed to prevent a variety of weeds before they appear. This is achieved by applying a protective layer of
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October 4, 2022
Understanding the Effects of Extreme Heat on Your Lawn in Raleigh and Charlotte
The effects of extreme heat on turfgrass vary depending on the type of grass in question. In areas like Raleigh and Charlotte, lawns are predominantly composed of cool-season grasses like
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September 25, 2022
Soil Amendments and How They Help Your Lawn
Why Is Lawn Fertilization Important?Fertilization is an essential step to take in order to maintain a high quality lawn. In many parts of the southeastern united states, like Raleigh, NC,
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September 16, 2022
What Is Wrong With My Fescue Grass?
Does your fescue look bad right now? You are not alone. In warmer climates, like the southeastern United States, cool season grasses like fescue, often look brown and dry this
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