Eden Landscaping and Lawn Care

Proper mowing techniques are essential for the health and longevity of your lawn. Mowing too short weakens grass root systems, thins the lawn, reduces drought and disease resilience, and encourages weed growth. Set your spring mowing height to at least 3 inches, and don't cut off more than 1/3 of the grass blade per mowing (cut when your grass is 4-5 inches high). Keep your cutting blade sharp and don't collect your clippings (unless you have clumps of grass) because they decompose and return nutrients to the soil.

Our fertilisation programme does not necessitate your presence at home. Our lawn care professionals will look after your grass and provide you with an invoice. Check the back of your invoice after each visit for any notes the technician may have left about grass care. We do request that gates be left unlocked and dogs be kept inside. If you need to be contacted the day before your appointment, please notify our office.

Mowing your lawn stresses the grass blades and roots, so it will take some time for your grass to recover after each mowing. Although mowing height varies depending on the season, a general rule to follow is to never remove more than one-third of the grass blade height per mowing. When you mow your lawn too short, it exposes the canopy to more sunlight and heat. Weeds require light to develop, so this can promote weed growth, particularly during the summer. Tall grass has more plant tissue than short grass, which allows it to retain more moisture, produce more chlorophyll, and provide shade from direct sunlight. Keep your grass a little longer in warm weather and a little shorter in cool weather.

It is not recommended to fertilize every two weeks to avoid over-fertilization. Fertilizing every two weeks or more will almost certainly result in lawn burn, excessive grass growth, and contaminated water, all of which can promote dangerous algal growth.

This is quack grass or another form of perennial field grass. These undesired grasses, unlike crabgrass, which is an annual grass, can only be killed using a "Round-up" type treatment (which kills all grass and plants). If you want to kill this grass, put Round-Up on the targeted grass and an additional foot beyond it, wait 5-10 days for it to die, then tear it up, add dirt, and re-seed with a decent grass seed mix.

To answer your question quickly, yes. All lawns require the proper fertilisers to stay healthy, lush, and green. To establish strong, healthy roots and green growth, your grass must expend a lot of energy. Fertilisation is essential because most soils are deficient in nutrients. Plants require six essential nutrients in order to thrive. Air and water provide the first three elements – carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. The remaining three elements – nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium – must be obtained from the soil or from applied fertilisers. Nitrogen aids in the production of new plant growth. Phosphorous encourages the growth of roots and seeds. Potassium improves plant health and vitality in general.

This time of year, your lawn requires one inch of rain per week to stay healthy. If the weather is dry, we recommend watering your lawn for an hour every 5 days in each area covered by your sprinkler. Watering is the first line of defence against lawn illness and damage, and it will help your lawn recover.

Blowing grass clippings into the lawn is better for your lawn because they decay and replenish soil nutrients.

Proper mowing techniques are essential for the health and longevity of your lawn. Mowing too short weakens grass root systems, thins the lawn, reduces drought and disease resilience, and encourages weed growth. Set your spring mowing height to at least 3 inches, and don't cut off more than 1/3 of the grass blade per mowing (cut when your grass is 4-5 inches high). Keep your cutting blade sharp and don't collect your clippings (unless you have clumps of grass) because they decompose and return nutrients to the soil.

Aeration loosens the soil, allowing more air, water, and fertiliser to reach the grass roots. Aerating your lawn also helps to reduce thatch, relieve compacted soil, and stimulate root development, all of which contribute to a healthy lawn. Once a year, this is one of the best things you can do for your lawn.

This is quack grass or another form of perennial field grass. These undesired grasses, unlike crabgrass, which is an annual grass, can only be killed using a "Round-up" type treatment (which kills all grass and plants). If you want to kill this grass, put Round-Up on the targeted grass and an additional foot beyond it, wait 5-10 days for it to die, then tear it up, add dirt, and re-seed with a decent grass seed mix.

Fertilizing your lawn can help your grass fill up most of the empty spaces that are less than 4 inches in diameter (unless the spots are shade damage, disease or dog damage). Rake out dead thatch and loosen the dirt with a rake, then add fresh topsoil and seed before covering with straw. Every day for 15 minutes, sprinkle the sown areas; seed will sprout best when temps reach the mid-60s or above. Grass seed takes 10 to 30 days to germinate. Be patient and water regularly – but not excessively!

When leaves become larger or thicker, they prevent water from reaching the soil. However, dead leaves are usually beneficial because they are environmentally friendly, but try to clean them as soon as possible because they can prevent water and nutrients from reaching the soil. Chopped leaves, on the other hand, add nutrients to the soil and can aid in weed control.

There are several moss killers you can use on your lawn, but they only work in the short term. Moss on the lawn is an indication of an acidic lawn or too much shade. To reduce the acidity of the lawn, conduct a soil test.

You can replace the grass. We suggest you to cut out the area, remove 1 inch of soil, add new soil and seed, which would blend in faster.

Most lawns need 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week, it can be in the from rain or watering, to soak the soil that deeply. Try not to make your lawn too moist and have proper drainage system.

That depends on the plant. Add dead leaves and grass to the bottom of the container or pot. This can provide additional nutrients to the plant and help it grow.

3-3.5 inches is the recommended lawn cutting height. Taller grass is better capable to tolerate the impacts of heat and drought. Most importantly, taller grass provides ground-level shade, which inhibits weed development. As a result, fewer herbicides are required to control weeds.

You should mow your lawn at least 3 inches high during the growth season. It could be a little higher depending on the turf. You should be able to walk across your grass, make a small imprint, and then see it regenerate. If it lays flat and doesn't spring back, you're mowing it too high. If you can't leave an imprint, you're mowing too short. Mow your grass frequently enough to avoid removing more than one-third of the leaf blade, and make sure your blades are sharp and that you change directions each time you mow.

Undecomposed branches and roots gather near the soil's surface, forming thatch. Thatch builds up when turf generates organic material quicker than it can be broken down. As a preventative maintenance technique, thatch control mainly relies on core aeration. Regular core aeration lowers compaction and increases air circulation in soils. To remove thatch, you can use a de-thatching machine or a specialized rake.

The fundamentals of watering are straightforward. Water immediately after planting, allowing the water to soak into the soil before watering again. It is best to continue watering frequently during the first week — either daily or every other day. Following the first week, depending on the weather in your area, you will only need to water two to three times per week.

Bagging your grass clippings is not always a good idea when it comes to lawn care. This is due to the fact that they act as a natural fertiliser, shade the soil from the sun's heat, and aid in moisture retention. If your grass is too tall and you have a lot of cut blades, you may want to bag some or all of them.

Hiring professionals who provide lawn mowing and grass cutting services is the best way to keep your lawn lush and healthy. They have the experience, expertise, and resources (tools, equipment, and labour) to assist you. This will ensure that you have a beautiful yard all year without having to worry about it.

The fundamentals of irrigation are straightforward. Water right after planting, allowing the water to absorb into the soil before watering again. It's ideal to keep watering your plants often during the first week - either every day or every other day. After the first week, depending on the weather in your area, you'll only need to water two to three times per week.

With a few do-it-yourself approaches, Maintain the cleanliness of your garden. Pick up plant debris, prune dying stems or branches, weed the area on a regular basis, and dispose of the rubbish. Fertilize just enough to keep your plants happy — too much fertilizer encourages weak, disease-prone growth. Wait till the soil has warmed up before planting. Planting too soon puts your plants under additional stress, making them more prone to disease in the soil. Use mulch to keep weeds at bay and harmful fungi in the soil away. Inspect diseased stems and leaves and remove them. As soon as disease symptoms appear, gently remove the leaves and stems and dispose of them as soon as possible. You can assist your plants to continue to grow healthily by eradicating illness early on.

Irrigation systems are not required to keep your grass or plants healthy, but they can be beneficial. Irrigation takes care of a lot of the hard work that watering implies so you don't have to, and it reaches areas of your lawn that you may otherwise overlook. A hose and sprinkler can save you money, but you'll have to set timers and move the sprinkler about your yard manually. However, it is easy to squander water with either technique. Finally, you must decide whether or not an irrigation system is appropriate for your needs.

While we can work in most circumstances, there are instances when a successful treatment is simply not possible, such as when there is severe wind or snow. You will be notified and a new appointment will be set if this is the case.Please wait three days before or after a seasonal treatment to mow the lawn.

Please wait three days before or after a seasonal treatment to mow the lawn.

Topdressing a lawn entails spreading a thin layer of material, such as compost or sand, over the grass. This practise has existed since the invention of golf and is gaining popularity among homeowners looking for organic lawn care solutions.

The most common method for distinguishing between dead and dormant grass is to increase irrigation for a few days. If your lawn has been dormant for a while, it should start to green up again. If it continues to be brown, it is most likely dead.

When grass becomes dehydrated, it appears dry and lifeless. If your grass is dry, water it immediately (if water restrictions permit) or wait for rain. This can sometimes help grass recover and return to its original green color.

Many wildflower seed mixes sold in stores contain species that aren't endemic to our region. Invasive species that should not be planted near natural areas are included in some mixes. Some of the plants that should be planted include Cardinal Flower, Canada Anemone, and others.

Water cannot reach the soil if the leaves are larger or thicker. However, dead leaves are normally useful because they are environmentally friendly, but try to pick them up as soon as possible because they might hinder water and nutrients from reaching the soil. Chopped leaves, on the other hand, offer nutrients to the soil and can also aid weeds die.

There are a few moss killers you may use on your grass, but they only work for a limited time. Moss on the lawn indicates an acidic lawn or too much shade. To minimize the acidity of the grass, conduct a soil test.

The heavier the snow, the more nitrogen-rich it is, which means it will be better for your lawn. Snow can deposit up to 5 pounds of nitrogen per acre of ground, according to estimates. This isn't a huge amount, but it could be enough to make a difference.

October - Raising the cut to winter height will almost finish the mowing. November - This will most likely be the year's final normal cut. Use a rotary mower to suck up autumn leaves on a dry lawn if you have one. Mowing the Lawn in the Winter - To keep the grass looking good, give it a light high cut (topping) whenever possible.

When the ground is still frozen, especially on top of snow, no fertilizer source should be used. All commercial fertilizers are water soluble and rapidly dissolve in liquids. Regardless of the fertilizer source, there is a high risk of fertilizer running off the field when the snow melts.

This is a difficult one. Weed growth flourishes in the same environments that promote plant growth. There are, however, strategies for preventing weed growth and eradicating weeds after they have established themselves. To begin, use landscaping fabric to cover the soil in your flower beds and garden to prevent weeds from sprouting. Then, to prevent weed growth even more, apply a weed preventer like Preen. To prevent weeds from returning, remove the entire weed, including the root, as soon as feasible. To get rid of weeds that sprout in cracks in concrete and pavers, use a commercial herbicide. For a more natural treatment, use vinegar in a spray bottle. Herbicides, such as vinegar, kill all plants, not just weeds, when they come into contact with it.

Dollar Spot, Fusarium Patch, Rust, Pythium Blight, and Fairy Ring are examples of grass illnesses. Mushrooms can occasionally be found growing in your grass. Except for mushrooms, all of these lawn diseases can cause significant lawn damage. If you observe any of the following: bare places, brown or yellow spots, dead patches of grass, white, cobweb-like spots, bright green patches, or reddish-brown grass blades, please call us.

A patio must have some sense of enclosure in order to function as an outdoor room. My main patio is L-shaped, about 30 feet long and 15 feet broad, and runs around the back of my house. I also have a 15-by-15-foot shaded dining patio. I used a lot of containers at both locations to create a sense of confinement. It's critical to have plenty of comfortable seats and places to set a cup down.

Take garden tours and observe the gardens that appeal to you, whether they are formal or more relaxing. In general, I believe that a garden with wide, curved borders is the most effective. Just remember not to try to fit too much drama into a 2-foot-wide strip. Make bold boundaries or beds that are 6, 8, or 10 feet deep.

During the growing season, you should mow your lawn at a height of at least 3 inches. Depending on the lawn, it could be a little higher. You should be able to walk across your lawn, leave a small imprint, and then watch it spring back to life. You're mowing too high if it lays flat and doesn't spring back. You're mowing too short if you can't leave an imprint. Mow your lawn frequently enough to avoid removing more than one-third of the leaf blade, and remember to keep your blades sharp and change directions each time you mow.

Every year, grubs and insects infest our lawns. The amount of damage is determined by weather conditions and pest population. Grub and insect control are not required every year, but if these pests are present, you may wish you had used them.

Snowplow workers can see where your grass meets the road or sidewalk line by staking it. Fire hydrants, retaining walls, curbs, driveway stops, and patio margins are among the other features you should label for snowplows. Placing markers at any obstacle that a snowploughs might strike or damage during the snow removal process is the best approach to mark your lawn.

You can see Dollar Spot; Fusarium Patch; Rust; Plythium Blight; Fairy Ring; all thses are caused by lawn diseases. Sometime you can see mushrooms growing in your lawn. All of these lawn diseases, except mushrooms, can cause serious lawn damage. If you notice bare spots; brown or yellow spots; dead patches of grass; white, cob-web like spots; bright green patches; or reddish-brown grass blades, you can contact us we provide you professional lawn care.

The best times to fertilize your yard is in the Spring through Fall. March is an important time to fertilize your lawn because it will jump-start grass and root growth after a cold Northern NJ winter when essential nutrients get depleted. Always choose a slow-release, light or organic type fertilizer that won’t burn your yard. Early Fall fertilization will help protect your lawn during the winter as essential nutrients will be absorbed by the roots. Based on your grass type and existing soil conditions, we can provide proper fertilization schedules.