As you know we are big proponent of Healthy Soils = Healthy Lawns. There is a recent study by Kyle Wickings (Dept. of Entomology, Cornell Univ.) that states “While grub damage can be extensive,Kyle’s previous work in NY state has determined that roughly 80% of insecticide applications
The Village of Grayslake, IL, located roughly 40 miles north and slightly west of Chicago, recently passed a law banning the use of phosphorus-based fertilizers in lawn care. One of the few exceptions is when a soil test confirms that a given lawn is deficient in phosphorus. You see, much like when a medical doctor does […]
Tech Terra Environmental specializes in turf programs for the lawn care industry. Over the years we have developed programs for hundreds of companies. Choosing products that are environmentally friendly is very important to us and we take great pride in the brands we choose. Our Summer / Fall cool season turf program has been developed […]
Do you think our harsh winter killed many of the ticks? Researchers say that’s not the case. “Harsh Northeast Winter no hindrance to hungry ticks.”
The landscape industry is always at the mercy of weather conditions. This spring is no exception. We went from a cold late spring right into near summer conditions which is putting a lot of stress on new transplants. See Drought Monitor Map