Lawns, trees and shrubs need water year-round. The drought since August finally broke with last week’s rain and was exactly what we needed. The gentle, multi-day rain provided lawns and trees with one to two inches of moisture, enough to penetrate the soil to a depth of 8 to 12 inches, deep enough to replenish [...]
There may still be a few important things that could make your lawn look better this winter and save you time and money next spring. If you have any questions about these lawn winterization tips or would like a referral, contact us online or call Martz Bros. Lawn and Tree Care at (913)789-9333. Lawn Winterization [...]
Watering Lawn We had a very dry September and October and recent rains were not enough to make up the water deficit. To keep your lawn, trees and shrubs healthy, it is very important to deep water your entire landscape to a depth of 9 inches or more before the ground freezes. Test your lawn’s [...]
Dormant Seed Lawn Now = Great Lawn Next Spring If you missed the window for early fall seeding, don’t worry. Dormant seeding is the next most effective, efficient, and economical way to fill in a thin or bare lawn. DO NOT wait until spring to get any thin or bare areas seeded. Instead, put your [...]
Dry Conditions in Kansas City Even with the rain last week, it was not enough to wet the soil to a necessary depth to protect your lawn and landscaping. Average October rainfall is over 3.5 inches and KC received less than an inch this year. It is critical to water lawn & landscapes. Unless you kept your lawn, [...]
Follow these steps to protect the lawn from leaves as they fall to ensure adequate oxygen in your lawn: Mow with a sharp blade Set mower height to 2 ½” - 3 ½” Mulch-Mow This process works best when leaves are dry or piling up quickly Bag leaves if needed When leaves get so heavy they [...]
The reasons are obvious to seed a bare, thin, or otherwise ugly lawn. Yet many lawn owners do not understand the importance of annual seeding to keep a beautiful lawn in its prime. Properly planted and cared for, today’s best seeds can give you: An earlier green-up in the spring Better color in hot weather [...]
There is no better time than late August through September to improve, repair, or rebuild a lawn. Seed selection, preparation, and watering are critical to success. Martz Bros. Lawn Care will design a plan tailored specifically for your lawn. Call 913-789-9333 or visit our website www.MartzBrosLawn.com for a FREE Lawn Renovation Estimate today! Take these [...]
Trees are a beautiful part of landscaping, but can make growing a plush, green lawn difficult. If part of your lawn is in heavy shade, it will need special care. Inadequate sunlight reduces photosynthesis, the process that produces food for the plant. Without this natural food, the lawn becomes very weak. Heavily shaded turf is [...]
Nothing is more fundamental to the needs of a healthy lawn than good mowing practices, especially in hot weather. - Keep the mower set high so the grass has the chance to create shade and cool the soil. - Mow often enough to prevent the removal of more than 1/3 of the grass blade. The [...]
