By Camilla Sharman published August 11, 2025 Give your lawn a deep drink but not too often Every gardener knows that keeping a lush lawn requires a heap of work. So, when you do have the chance to sit back and take your hard work in, it’s well deserved. What’s more, in the summer, as we face … Continued
When turf struggles after summer stress, professional lawn aeration and overseeding provides the fresh start it needs to thrive. By late summer, even the healthiest Mid-Atlantic lawns can look tired. Weeks of intense heat, heavy foot traffic, and summer storms take their toll, leaving patches of thin or compacted grass. If you’ve ever wondered why … Continued
By Lee Wallender published July 29, 2025 Watering Your Lawn in Summer: Worth It or a Waste? Is watering your lawn in summer worthwhile or just a big waste? While no one likes seeing their lawn turn brown, irrigating it can mean a high water bill for several months. To help you find the best course … Continued
Dreaming of a resort-style backyard but don’t want to ruin your lawn in the process? Many homeowners are looking to bring on the vacation vibes without scorching their grass, sinking the furniture, or spending a fortune. The good news? You don’t need to install an expensive pool or tear up your yard to enjoy a … Continued
By Emily Hayes published July 4, 2025 Follow These Tips and Tricks for a Lush Front Yard Watering your lawn is paramount for rich, healthy grass, especially during the hot summer months. However, there’s a right and wrong way to go about it, whether it’s watering too much, not enough, or watering at the wrong time of … Continued
Hopefully, you’re taking advantage of the last month of summer. Perhaps you’re napping in a hammock, down the ocean with family, at the park picnicking or playing another round of flashlight tag with the kids. The last thing you want to think about is the fall, but now is the time to think about the … Continued
The list of mosquito and tick-borne diseases continues to grow and that makes the insect-control business boom. With so many players out there, why should you use Hillside? Hire a Licensed Professional The Environmental Protection Agency has approved a number of pesticides for residential spraying saying they are generally safe for our backyards. Unfortunately there … Continued
As the heat and dry conditions of the Maryland summer set in, your lawn could be turning brown, but don’t fret. The lawn isn’t dying. Your turf is naturally protecting itself by becoming dormant in extreme drought conditions and high heat temperatures. When temperatures exceed ninety degrees, grass stops growing and goes into conservation mode. … Continued
A rainy spring sprouted lush and green lawns, trees and shrubs, but the heat of the summer is here and your property needs protection. In the Maryland area, grubs, beetles, bagworms, and scale are the three top insects affecting causing havoc in early summer. It’s important to identify these pesky insects before they cause severe … Continued
Overall browning of tall fescue yards is very common in the summer. Most people think if they water the turf a few times here and there it will help the lawn get some color back, but this can actually do more harm than good! An overall brown color in the lawn is a telltale sign … Continued