As a homeowner, now is the perfect time to start thinking about lawn care again. Spring is your first — and best — opportunity to get your outdoor living space in top shape for the warmer months ahead. And depending on where you live in the U.S., that window begins whenever the soil starts warming. … Continued
Those itchy bumps from run-of-the-mill mosquito bites — well, they suck. And with the Zika virus in the news, you can add anxiety to the fun. While the risk is much smaller here than in South America, the type of mosquito potentially capable of transmitting the virus is in the U.S., so it’s wise to … Continued
When Should You Think About Reseeding Your Lawn? Is your lawn looking thin with brown spots? Grass seed plays an important role in ensuring you have a nice, thick green lawn. To achieve the thick, lush yard you’ve always wanted, you need to start thinking about reseeding your lawn. You’ll notice that putting down a … Continued
The Ins and Outs of Lawn Pest Control No matter where you live in New Jersey, you probably battle lawn damage from insects. These pesky pests that munch, chew and feast on your turf can destroy the enjoyment and value of the property you work so hard to maintain. Even the most organic homeowner isn’t … Continued
No matter where you live in New Jersey, you probably battle lawn damage from insects. These pesky pests that munch, chew and feast on your turf can destroy the enjoyment and value of the property you work so hard to maintain. Even the most organic homeowner isn’t a fan of insects that wreak havoc on … Continued
Drainage Project Howell NJ Best Hort is currently working on a bad drainage project in Howell NJ, Below are images of what bad drainage or bad grade look like. Problems often associated with poor lawn drainage The biggest landscaping problem associated with poor lawn drainage is that most plants are not adapted to water clogged soils. … Continued
Lawn fungal diseases take on a variety of forms – from dead-looking brown patches to highly visible spots, threads, rings, or slimes. And once they strike your yard, grass fungal diseases can be difficult to treat. Fortunately, the right lawn care practices can go a long way toward prevention and treatment; and in severe cases, … Continued
Brown spots in lawns are frustrating to deal with! Just when you think you’ve done everything right, suddenly there’s a patch of grass that’s dead or dying. There are a number of causes of brown spots in lawns, from insects to disease to human error. Here at Best Hort Lawn Care can get to the … Continued
Nearly every homeowner desires an attractive lawn because this is one feature which most enhances the appearance of the average home grounds. Healthy, attractive lawns are not an accident but the result of a regularly and carefully executed maintenance program. This applies to the soil as well as to the turf grass itself. Turf grasses … Continued