Growing a lush, green lawn is well within the capabilities of any homeowner, as long as you follow a few simple rules. Unfortunately, many lawns fail, not because of neglect, but because of some bad practices and misconceptions made in the fall. So, to help you end up with the greenest, healthiest lawn next spring, […]
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Grub Invasion Destroys Ohio Lawns
Contact Portage Turf today to schedule your grub control and lawncare visit to stop the damage in its tracks. Most lawns in Ohio are recovering nicely from summer disease issues and are returning to their thick, dark green state. Some lawns are not- large brown lawn patches may mean a grub infestation has ate all […]
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The Importance of Mycorrhizal Root Fertilizer
As you look around your landscaping this fall, you might start to notice that your trees and shrubs are looking a little weak. That’s because when trees and shrubs are planted amidst landscaping, the soil does not always provide favorable conditions for prosperous growth. Don’t be discouraged! Our team at Portage Turf Specialists, LLC is […]
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Mulch Beds Gone Wild!
Two months of solid rain, and finally a great looking weekend. Many will be frightened as they venture out and see just how weedy there mulchbeds, gravel drives, and gardens have gotten with the record breaking precipitation germinating every weed seed ever laid. Its almost never too late to contact https://www.portageturf.com/contact/ professional help from your […]
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How to Get Greener Grass
Are you dreaming of summertime in your Northeast Ohio home? Do you picture your kids running barefoot through your beautiful, lush, green lawn? Many homeowners share that dream and try, year after year, to achieve the greenest lawn on the block. But what does it really take to transform your lawn from “okay” to over-the-top […]
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PREVENT CRABGRASS INVASIONS NOW!
If you want to obtain a beautifully thick, lush, green lawn but your grass is plagued by crabgrass, you aren’t alone. Timing is everything in lanwcare especially when dealing with crabgrass. By contacting https://www.portageturf.com/contact/ you can be assured that the lawn-care professionals from Portage Turf Specialists LLC have that timing down. We’ve put together a […]
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3 Key Benefits of Lawn Aeration
One of the healthiest processes for maintaining great lawn health is professional aeration. But what is lawn aeration? By definition, to aerate is “to introduce air into a material”. In this case, the material is the soil your lawn is growing in. Aeration permits water and nutrients to better penetrate the soil so your Kent, […]
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Frost Seeding For a Thick Healthy Lawn
February brings into my mind many things. Groundhog day, the Superbowl, Valentines day, more snow, cold, Presidents day, lawn care. Yes, I said it, lawn care in February. February happens to be one of the very best times to seed your lawn – especially if you are dealing with a shady lawn or a very […]
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Top 4 Spring Projects to Achieve a Healthy Lawn
It’s been a long, hard winter in Ohio, and we’re still experiencing the final act. Experiencing snow and cold weather in April has homeowners itching to get their hands dirty. Spring weather will arrive sooner rather than later, and it’s time to create your plan of attack. From fertilization, weeding, and mowing, it’s time to […]
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Is Winter a Natural Pesticide? The Threat of Emerald Ash Borer in 2018
Much of the United States has experienced a harsh, cold winter. Throughout these winter months, one thought of consolation is that frigid temperatures might kill some pesky insects. One such insect in question, the Emerald Ash Borer, has damaged many trees throughout Ohio. Looking for specific treatment for your insect and grub needs? Look no […]
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