Welcome to the General News section - your source for what's happening in the lawn and landscape industry. From national events to local success stories, we cover innovations, partnerships, business moves, and industry shifts that shape the green world. Stay informed, stay inspired.
Jul 8, 2025 - 15:39 GMT
Join us Wednesday, August 13th for the in-person, 2025 Lake Wheeler Turfgrass Field Day at the Lake Wheeler Turfgrass Research Lab in Raleigh, NC. The annual Turfgrass Field D ...
Jul 7, 2025 - 07:00 GMT
A riding lawn mower can do a lot. Like taking the laborious nature of using a push mower to cut a large lawn, for instance. It can't, however, serve as a road-going vehicle to get you from point A to point B. Unfortunately, a Florida man recently demonstrated why a riding lawn mower simply doesn't belong on public roads.
Jul 1, 2025 - 07:00 GMT
A state measure could block cities from banning artificial lawns. Turf companies are happy. Environmentalists are not.
Jun 30, 2025 - 07:00 GMT
How Military Veteran Ralph Valle Grew Lawn Doctor of Jacksonville 1851 Franchise
Jun 25, 2025 - 19:42 GMT
How to Get Rid of Lawn Grubs and Prevent Damage If you have seen brown patches in your grass, you may wonder what is happening below the surface. The answer could be grubs in your lawn. These tiny pests can cause major damage to your yard if left untreated. Here's everything you need to know,
Jun 24, 2025 - 07:00 GMT
News 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve Montiero answers viewer questions and shares tips about the rules of the road, helping Central Florida residents become better drivers by being better educated.
Jun 22, 2025 - 07:00 GMT
A Florida homeowner says she's been slapped with a potential $5,000 fine after a neighbor reported her for having grass that was "too tall" - specifically 8 inches. The catch? There's no actual law about grass height in her area.
Jun 18, 2025 - 23:20 GMT
Red thread is a lawn disease that causes reddish-brown patches in cool, humid weather, weakening turf but not killing it outright. Prevention through proper care, balanced fertilization, and resistant grass varieties is key, while treatment involves fungicides and nutrient-rich fertilizers to restore lawn health.
Jun 17, 2025 - 16:01 GMT
Organic compost tea is a water-based extract of compost that can be effectively used in organic turf management. It's made of just two simple ingredients: compost and water. Good compost is successfully aerated, alllowing it to maintain oxygen levels necessary for aerobic functioning. It's also necessary...
Jun 14, 2025 - 07:00 GMT
HB 683, signed into law Friday by Gov. Ron DeSantis, requires state rulemaking from the Department of Environmental Protection, and blocks cities and counties from enforcing or imposing their own "ordinance, resolution, order, rule, or policy" to "prohibit ... a property owner from installing synthetic turf that complies with Department of Environmental Protection standards adopted pursuant to this section which apply to single-family residential property."
Jun 11, 2025 - 17:26 GMT
This summer and fall you can have continuous blooms when you design your landscape with native plants.The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources has a great publication that explains how native plants are the prefered food sources of pollinators and - with the right plan...
Jun 2, 2025 - 19:36 GMT
The MAHA report outlines a growing public health crisis linked to the cumulative chemical exposure, with pesticides called out as a major concern.
Jun 2, 2025 - 07:00 GMT
Turf Masters Brands, a provider of recurring residential lawn care services, acquired Brothers Pest Control, a provider of lawn care, tree care and pest control services based in Land 'O Lakes, Fla.
May 22, 2025 - 12:19 GMT
Last month we reviewed the process for a sustainable lawn renovation. This month we provide tips to give your new yard its best chance of thriving. The University of Maryland Extension provides excellent guidance. Watering Mowing Fertilizing Weeds Traffic If you're interested in having a lush...
May 22, 2025 - 12:14 GMT
Grubs have become a real nuisance the past few years. LUNSETH addresses this issue in a number of communities throughout the Twin Cities. How do you know if you've got grubs or not? Our friends at the University of Minnesota Extension Service have excellent information and... The post Identifying and Controlling Grub Damage appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth.
May 12, 2025 - 18:10 GMT
We'll tell you the best time to aerate and overseed lawn in NC and why you should do it in the first place.
May 6, 2025 - 15:11 GMT
Our organic lawn care customer in Raleigh was awarded Yard of the Month by the Coachman's Trail neighborhood association!
Apr 30, 2025 - 18:07 GMT
All About Pre-Emergent Weed Control This blog post will focus on pre-emergent weed control, what it treats, it's benefits, and how ExperiGreen experts can help. What Does Pre-Emergent Weed Control Treat? A beautiful, green lawn doesn't happen by chance - it takes the right care and products. At ExperiGreen, we specialize in keeping lawns healthy.
Apr 24, 2025 - 17:12 GMT
Carolina Turf offers mowing services as part of our organic lawn care programs. With proper edging and a consistent 1-2 week schedule, your lawn gets the complete care it needs.
Apr 17, 2025 - 12:42 GMT
Learn how to get rid of weeds without harming your grass using natural methods. Explore how healthy soil, strong roots, and organic weed control create a resilient, chemical-free lawn.
Apr 14, 2025 - 20:52 GMT
Corn gluten is an effective pre-emergent weed control that can prevent many annual weeds, like crabgrass, over time. Corn gluten is a byproduct of the wet-milling process of corn. Organic Lawns by LUNSETH uses non-GMO, organic corn gluten meal (CGM). The protein in the corn gluten... The post Organic Weed Control using Corn Gluten appeared first on Organic Lawns by Lunseth.