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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.

August 29, 2025

When Cool-Season Grasses Thrive: Spring and Fall Explained

What is the difference between lawn care and lawn maintenance?

When it comes to taking care of your lawn, there are two distinct services that you should be aware of: lawn care and lawn maintenance. Understanding the differences between the

What Is Rejuvenation Pruning?

Do all shrubs need rejuvenation pruning?Due to their continual growth, shrubs need to be pruned on a regular basis to maintain optimum health and plant performance. When you prune regularly,

What Can I Do With My Yard Debris?

Trying to maintain a beautiful lawn is no easy feat. Each season presents its own unique set of challenges. One of the challenges that every homeowner faces is that of

Weed and Feed vs. Grass Fertilization

Weed and feed is a term that has been created to describe the combination of weed control and fertilizer. These are two separate lawn care services that are not always

Watering Your Newly Aerated Lawn

Please follow the watering and care instructions below for the next several weeks.Recommendations:Keep foot traffic to a minimum during the initial establishment period (Month 1).It is best to water in

How to properly water your lawn

Summer is certainly in full swing here in North Carolina and throughout the southeast. During the summer months, particularly in areas like here in Raleigh, NC, it is not uncommon

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