3 Tips to Prevent Crabgrass from Harming Your Lawn
How to Spot Crabgrass Crabgrass (Digitaria) is a weed named for its tenacity and hardy nature. When identifying crabgrass, look for a weed that is low to the ground and has many bent stems. Because the weed is so low to the ground, lawnmowers and general lawn maintenance will often miss this weed. So, how do […]
6 Things to Consider When Buying an Older Home
From our downtown with small shops and restaurants to our hills filled with horse farms, there’s something for everyone. While new homes seem to be constantly being built throughout Southern Pennsylvania, West Chester is home to a beautiful array of older houses. That’s why we have a historic district! Historic homes are unique and charming, […]
The Dangers of Leaving Fallen Leaves on Your Lawn
When the leaves fall and begin to cover your entire lawn, you have two options to consider: you could either leave the leaves where they are, or you could spend hours raking and disposing of the leaves. For many homeowners, allowing the leaves to stay where they are is an attractive proposition, especially when they […]
Smart Ways to Protect Your Property from Pests and Fungus
Unfortunately, so have millions of bugs and various species of invasive fungi. Backyard barbecues are a fun way to feed the family in the summer sun, but without proper lawn maintenance, you’re just feeding your family to ticks and mosquitoes. And unless you live in the Smurf Village, mushroom-covered lawns are simply bad optics for […]
Want to go green? Reduce the environmental footprint of your lawnmower!
Homeowners across the U.S. are able to create beautiful landscapes with powered lawn care equipment. Unfortunately, according to the EPA, 5 percent of the pollution in this country comes from the nitrogen oxide and other toxic compounds released into the atmosphere from mowers, trimmers, and blowers. Fortunately, there are ways to balance the environmental impact. […]
Soil Testing: What Is It and Why Should You Do It?
“What’s all the hubbub about?,” you think, “Can’t you just get started making my grass grow?” Actually, if a service provider is bent on performing a soil test, it’s a good sign that their services will drastically improve your landscape. This simple test can make or break the success of your lawn care. In this […]
Tips for Killing Large Areas of Weeds in PA, NJ, MD, & DE
Few things beat the sight of a beautifully maintained garden or landscape. But weeds are the greatest nightmare for any gardening enthusiast or homeowners who have the blessing of owning a yard. In particular, invasive or obnoxious weeds choke life out of your garden, interfering with colors, blooms, and wildlife. That’s why every gardener should […]
How to Get Rid of Ticks in Your Yard Organically
At Go Green Lawn Services, we offer Trusted and natural lawn treatments for ticks to help residents of Newtown, PA, and the surrounding areas protect their property, their family members, and pets from disease-carrying parasites. While there are pros and cons to pest control, if done organically you can have a small impact on the environment […]
How to Get Your Lawn Ready for Warmer Days
As the cold weather fades away, you will want to get your mower ready and be sure it is in good working order. You are about to start giving it a weekly workout again. Take it to your local shop to make sure that it gets a complete tune-up and if necessary new blade so […]
How to Grow a Lush Garden from Eggshells
Incorporating eggshells into your gardening routine is a cost-effective and environment friendly way to grow plants from seedlings instead of purchasing full-grown plants at the store. Eggshells are also useful as an organic fertilizer to keep your garden pest-free. Planting an Eggshell Garden By sprouting seedlings in eggshell planters, you can create a beautiful garden […]
