Fall is upon us! And it's not just the leaves changing; it's your yard too! Fall is a very important season to take care of your lawn, even with the growing season (summer) coming to a close. These five tasks are crucial to take care of now, as it will prepare you for the spring …
Nothing looks worse than a patchy brown lawn! Luckily this is an easy fix; your yard will be looking smooth and green in no time with these simple tips. Why is it patchy? There are many reasons you may have brown spots in your lawn. Keep in mind, brown spots are not the same as bare spots. The …
With El Nino on the horizon, Californians hope to see substantial rainfall in the upcoming months. But for now, Sacramento residents must deal with the drought at hand. It’s necessary to conserve water during a drought, and often that means nurturing the lawn less than usual. But some …
According to scientists, your days of monitoring water usage may be over. Climate experts report that El Nino is evolving into a strong brew of rainfall that should last from fall 2015 into winter 2016. For Sacramento residents suffering through summer drought conditions, that’s good news. El Nino …
Growing healthy sod depends on a number of factors: the quality of the sod purchased, how well you prepare the soil, and lawn maintenance during the first week weeks. But one factor many contractors and homeowners ignore is pre-installation sod care. Keep sod fresh for a healthier summer lawn. How …
There’s a ton of misinformation floating around about water conservation. Many California homeowners have knee-jerk reactions during droughts that cost their landscapes dearly in the long run. Keep your lawn healthy without wasting water this summer with these tips from Bell Sod and …
Sacramento lawn care requires a delicate touch. From constant rain to summer droughts, Sacramento sod needs hardiness to survive. If your landscape looks dry and dead this season, it may be time for a serious lawn overhaul. Does Your Lawn Need Replacing? Sometimes its difficult to tell if your lawn …
Every region has its own landscaping quirks. On the downside, that means what works for Better Homes and Gardens might make a mess of your Sacramento yard. On the upside, the area has plenty of professionals willing to share what they know about planting flower beds and installing sod in Northern …
Californians are no strangers to drought, nor to the slew of “quick fix” water conservation ideas that cause more problems than they solve. One of the first things officials recommend when skies go dry is getting rid of grass lawns. But in the long run, removing sod lawns does more harm than …
Nothing improves the atmosphere and aesthetic appeal of a new property faster than installing a fresh Sacramento sod lawn. Contractors, in particular, know the value of finishing touches that can sell a property in a heartbeat, as well as the dangers of cut corners that make homes sit on the market …