Posts Tagged ‘watering zones’
Sprinkler System Winterizations
Sprinkler System Winterizations have begun. In Kansas City, with our freezing temperature climate during the winter, winterizing your sprinkler system can help avoid costly repairs when springtime rolls around. Simply turning off your system is not enough…removing the water sitting in your pipes, valves and backflow preventers is important so it doesn’t freeze and expand,…
Read MoreCore Aeration & Seeding
The benefits of core aeration is to break up the thatch layer in turf…enabling better air, water & nutrient exchange in the soil which produces a deeper root system & thicker turf. Core Aeration ~ Core aeration removes “cores” of soil. Aeration involves making holes in the lawn either by pushing a rod into it or extracting a…
Read MoreEarth Day
Today is the 45th anniversary of EARTH DAY…a day to reflect on what we can do to protect our planet and the environment. Let’s make a difference!
Read MoreIrrigation System Winterizations
Our scheduling books have officially opened for irrigation system winterizations. Call early to get your best days/times. We are starting winterizations October 20 thru November 26.
Read MoreCore Aeration and Seeding
The benefits of core aeration is to break up the thatch layer in turf…enabling better air, water & nutrient exchange in the soil which produces a deeper root system & thicker turf. Core Aeration ~ Core aeration removes “cores” of soil. Aeration involves making holes in the lawn either by pushing a rod into it…
Read MoreSprinkler System Turn On
We’re just around the corner for sprinkler system turn ons. When you turn on your system, make sure to check for leaks in spray heads and underground pipes. If you notice standing water in specific areas when your system is turned off, you may have a leak (however, keep in mind if you have standing…
Read MoreYour Outdoor End of Season "To Do" List
It’s that time of year to take a walk around your property & make a list of things to do before the winter season is upon us. Remember to empty, clean & store your outdoor flower pots to prevent cracking. Save your potting soil for next year ~ you can re-use it, just add some…
Read MoreWinterizing Your Sprinkler System
Simply draining the water out of your sprinkler system or turning your sprinklers off may not be enough for Kansas City’s winter climate. We highly recommend that you “blow out” your system and remove ALL water from your pipes, because any remaining water can freeze, expand & crack pipes. Furthermore, frozen water in your backflow assembly may damage…
Read MoreWatering Tips for New Grass Seed
Your new grass seed requires moisture and favorable temperature ranges for germination. The most important thing to remember is that you must keep the seed moist all the time (not enough water will kill the sprout). It is a commitment to keep your new seed watered correctly, especially immediately following application of seed. If you…
Read MoreSprinkler System Watering Tips
Schedule each individual zone to account for the type of sprinkler, sun or shade exposure, and soil in that section. Different zones may need different watering schedules. Watch your system run through its cycle. Make sure your sprinklers are not watering streets, driveways, sidewalks, patios or homes. Water only when needed. Watering too much and…
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