Tips from Toby – Spring Mowing Right
Just a quick drive around town and we are seeing many mistakes when it comes to mowing. Leaving big dead clumps on top of the grass, mowing when wet, and most importantly, mowing way too low. Even though are lawns are growing fast and may even need two mowings per week right now - mowing too short will lead to big problems that include killing out the grass, improper root development and making room for lots of weeds. Even if you've been mowing your whole life, it's a good idea to check out these tips and make sure you know the how, what, when and why to mowing properly. It will make a huge difference!
Tips from Toby – The Easy DIY Spring Lawn Plan
It's the bible of lawn programs. For over 35 years (and still today) Toby tinkers, updates and refines his lawn program. Check out the 2019 version now. Following a solid plan will help you have a healthier and more beautiful lawn. It doesn't take working your fingers to the bone, in fact, following the Lawn Program is actually easier than trying to figure it out all by yourself, you'll avoid mistakes, save money and wind up with a gorgeous lawn and landscape for many seasons to come!
From proper mowing height to watering and fertilizing we cover everything for you so all you are left to do is put in a little time and effort and you will be rewarded with a beautiful, healthy lawn that you can be proud of. You'll have less problems and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Plus, a great lawn has less weeds, needs less water and is much easier to maintain. Get started today!
From proper mowing height to watering and fertilizing we cover everything for you so all you are left to do is put in a little time and effort and you will be rewarded with a beautiful, healthy lawn that you can be proud of. You'll have less problems and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Plus, a great lawn has less weeds, needs less water and is much easier to maintain. Get started today!
Tips from Toby Crabgrass Prevention & Spring Lawn Care
If you've ever had crabgrass before - you know it is a huge pain. Now is the time to not only feed your lawn, but prevent crabgrass all season long. There is a fantastic chemical on the market called "Dimension" that will prevent crabgrass and give your lawn a great "Spring" boost of food to get it going!
Toby Early Spring Weed Control Tip
Here come the weeds! How can you keep them under control without harming your lawn or adding a ton of chemicals to your lawn? Toby shows you all there is to know about weed control for established lawns or lawns that have been seeded in the past six months. Before you go buying chemicals, spraying, fertilizing or pulling those weeds - watch our Spring Weed Control tip now!
Toby Spring Seeding Syndrome Tip
If you're planning on going out and tossing down a bunch of grass seed to "thicken" your lawn or fill in those bare spots - think twice. Seed that is planted now won't be mature enough to survive the Summer heat, so you will get into a perpetual loop of seeding. Check out the best way to help your lawn now. It will save you time, money and a lot of hassles all season long.
Toby Spring 2019 Lawn Kickoff Tip
It didn't take Toby long to get a sniff of warm Spring weather to get us into action with the Spring Lawn Kickoff. It's time for a short mow (an essential step most of us ignore that will make a huge difference all season) and an application of Hummert Fertilizer with Dimension Crabgrass Control. Find out why the chemical Dimension will not only make a huge difference in season long crabgrass control, but also help control a lot of those early Spring weeds that are growing but too small to even see yet! This is one of the most important steps in Toby's Lawn Program. Get out and enjoy this warm weather, dust off that mower and get to work (It's really not that hard and will only take you about two hours!!!!) so have some fun!
Tips from Toby – Winter Spring Lawn Transition
We know you haven't even put away your snow shovels yet, but Spring is just around the corner. Believe it or not - it will be time to start your lawn program next month! Now is the time to do a little prep and one short mow to get your lawn ready for Spring. It won't be long so check out our tip now for a heads up on what you need to do before the March winds come blowing in!
Tips from Toby Ice & Snow Damage
It's been one of the biggest snowstorms in many years and while many of us have cleaned off our driveways and walks the true damage to our homes is just beginning. As the snow melts it can cause ice dams that tear gutters right off the house or flood water back into your home. Shrubs and trees are under stress from the weight of the snow and that ice melter might be cracking your drive and walkways. In this weeks tip we show you the easy things you can do to keep serious damage at bay as the foot of snow and drifts begin to melt.
Tips from Toby – buying a new mower
As you trudge through more ice and snow today the last thing you might be thinking about is a lawn mower, but, believe it or not - we'll be mowing the lawn in just about a month! If you're like Toby and had your relic for over 16 years - it might be time for a new mower. There are so many new features, prices and brands to choose from. We help you make smart decisions on what's a good investment and what's not. If it's time for a new mower (and the new technology will make mowing easier and more fun) then this is the tip you need to watch today!
Tips from Toby – Bring Spring Early
Tired of the cold and Winter blahs? We've got some easy ways to bring Spring early and it will add some tasty treats! It's time to get some spring going and plant our gardens indoors. Watch this tip and get some great herbs, veggies, and more growing now. From an easy windowsill herb garden to container gardening you can get growing today. They'll be ready for warm air and grill season!