Usually A Waste Of Time Grass growth slows down during the cold winter months, therefore there is no need to cut the grass on lawns and yards. Although there a possibility that during mild spells it can continue to grow just not very much. If the situation does present itself and you do need to mow, never mow the lawn if the turf is wet […]
Time to clean the rocks! Rock mulch that has been in use for several years can hold large amounts of blown in dirt, organic matter and other debris. therefore requires some periodic cleaning. Sometimes you can this area can be cleaned out using a leaf blower, but eventually the build up will happen. If weeds start sprouting and the mulch needs to be renewed. Cleaning […]
Landscape Design Makeover A beautiful landscape design is an essential part to any front yard makeover that is needed. A variety of options to choose from and how to conform to your unique landscape takes a little bit science, art, and personal taste. When designing a front yard makeover, you should try to make it a space where people will stop and enjoy themselves. It […]
We live a small, small, small world. Its seems now a days that larger or bigger trees do not have the same appeal they once had. It seems with land prices going up and property sizes shrinking, thus creating a landscaping trend to work in a smaller area. The solution to for smaller landscapes? Using dwarf trees for landscaping is practical and easy to do. […]
When the storm passes! After a severe storm, many homeowners wonder “what to do about storm damaged trees?” Trees have an amazing ability to recover from storm damage. Hasty decisions can often result in removing trees that could have been saved. Look around Approach damaged trees with extreme caution—stay clear of downed wires and call 911. If a large tree or branch is hanging or […]
Amending Clay Soil For Lawns To improve clay soil for lawns, you will need to apply organic matter by a process called topdressing. Topdressing is generally performed once or maybe twice a year in some cases. For correct topdressing you apply a thin layer of organic matter over your grass. Applying a layer of 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick usually works best depending on […]
Stepping Stone Walkway For Back Yards Landscaping a backyard can be planned to suite your lifestyle and your personality with a little bit of planning. Choosing your landscape design will not only hinge on your landscape environment, but also your own personal preferences. Use these backyard stepping stone walkway ideas for planing your landscaping design. Type of Soil – Hard Clay can be difficult to […]
Unusually Wet Summer The last few weeks, several thunder storms have dropped higher amounts of rain across north Texas. The storms have caused constant growth in the lawns since the beginning of summer. With this in mind, the realities of lawn maintenance during the summer months in the Dallas, Fort Worth area can be quite harsh. If you avoid mowing wet grass, within two weeks […]
Native Texas Shrubs for Your Landscape from Ryno Lawn Care Best Native Shrubs and Trees for Texas Texas is vast and large everywhere you look. As far as the eye can see, you have vegetation, land, wildlife and some of the harshest weather around. The native plants are perfect examples how to survive in the harsh Texas environment. The sizes range from dwarf plants to medium […]
Excess Pool Debris and Root Problems Having nice shade trees around a swimming pool can make your landscape stand out, however you must choose your plants and trees carefully. Excess pool debris can derive from trees with lots of ‘leaf litter’, excessive pollen, berries or budding debris can cause extra work for you and your pool filter. In addition trees with large root systems can damage pool […]
