by Green Thumb Expert | Aug 1, 2012 | Grading and Drainage, Seeding and Sodding, Weed Control
Finish grading prior to sodding so that you have an even surface to work with. One of the fastest ways to have an instant lawn is through the use of sod. Sodding generally costs more than seeding because it is more labor intensive and you are paying for the instant...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 31, 2012 | Seeding and Sodding, Turf Grass
When choosing seed blends for your property, there are several things to consider. Will this seed work well with my lawn? Will this seed give me the turf color and density that I am looking for? If you are looking for a cool season perennial grass, then you will...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 30, 2012 | Seeding and Sodding, Turf Grass
Most lawns found in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and Waterloo have a mixture of fescue or bluegrass seed in them. I have a feeling that most everyone without an irrigation system will require some form of seeding this year. When seeding your lawn, it is important to use...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 30, 2012 | Seeding and Sodding, Turf Grass
Seeding damaged lawns is necessary if your grass is not coming back after the recent drought. If you are like most of us with un-irrigated lawns, your lawn is probably pretty crispy by now. This summers excessive temperatures and lack of rain has done quite a number...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 27, 2012 | Grading and Drainage, Seeding and Sodding, Turf Grass
Erosion control can be accomplished in a number of ways. With any installation of new seed or sod in your lawn, there is always a chance of erosion. Erosion control is needed more frequent in seeded lawns because seed is not near as heavy as sod and tends to wash...
