Category: lawn aeration
When to Start Watering Your Lawn After Winter
Is your lawn ready to wake up from winter dormancy?Every spring, Indiana homeowners wonder when to start watering your lawn after winter. After months of snow, cold, and dry winter air, your lawn needs the right amount of moisture to bounce back. Watering too early wastes effort. Watering too late slows green-up and weakens roots. […]
How Do I Know If My Lawn Has a Drainage Problem?
Are you noticing soggy spots in your yard after every rain?Many Indiana homeowners wonder, “How do I know if my lawn has a drainage problem?” It can be confusing to tell whether soggy soil is temporary or a real issue beneath the surface. Poor drainage is common in central Indiana because our clay-heavy soil holds […]
Why Grass Turns Brown in Winter and How to Fix It
Does your lawn look dead every winter?If your grass has turned brown again this winter, you’re not alone. Indiana homeowners often panic when their lawn loses color, especially after months of caring for it. The good news is that most grass in our area isn’t dying, it’s entering dormancy. Understanding why grass turns brown in […]
Winter Lawn Myths: What Really Happens Under the Snow
If you have ever heard confusing advice about what happens to your lawn during winter, you are not alone. Winter lawn myths spread fast, especially when the snow begins to fall. Many homeowners guess what is happening beneath the surface, but most of the assumptions are wrong. Today, we are breaking down the most common […]
Winter Lawn Care Planning: Why It Matters
Winter Lawn Care Planning Sets the Foundation for a Healthy SpringWinter lawn care planning helps Indiana homeowners get ahead before the busy season. Your lawn may look quiet in December and January, but these months are the best time to decide what your yard needs next year. When you plan early, you avoid spring rush, […]
Dormant vs Dead Grass: How to Tell the Difference This Winter
Dormant vs dead grass is a common concern for Indiana homeowners during winter. When your lawn turns brown in the cold, it’s easy to wonder if it’s dying. But in most cases, your lawn is simply dormant—taking a seasonal nap to protect itself from the freeze. Still, it’s important to know when brown grass is […]
Winter Lawn Tips: 3 Ways to Prep Your Grass for Spring
Winter may seem like a quiet season for your yard, but it is one of the best times to prepare your grass for a stronger comeback in spring. These winter lawn tips help protect your soil, shield your turf, and give your lawn the foundation it needs to grow thick and healthy once temperatures rise […]
Clay Soil Lawn in Winter: What to Expect and How to Prepare
If you have a clay soil lawn in Indiana, winter brings more than cold temperatures. Clay-heavy yards react differently than other soil types, and those changes can affect how well your lawn grows in spring. Homeowners often feel frustrated when the lawn looks flat, soggy, or patchy by March. Blue Duck Lawn Care helps explain […]
Winter Lawn Care Myths: What Not to Do This Season
When the ground freezes, many homeowners assume lawn care stops until spring. But believing common winter lawn care myths can actually harm your grass. At Blue Duck Lawn Care, we see lawns each year that suffer because of well-intentioned mistakes.Let’s bust a few of those myths so you can protect your lawn the right way […]
Fall Lawn Fertilization in Indiana: Why It Still Matters
If your grass still looks thin in November, fall lawn fertilization could be the key to turning it around. Many Indiana homeowners think fertilizing season ends in October, but the truth is, your lawn still needs nutrients before the ground freezes. At Blue Duck Lawn Care, we help homeowners strengthen their lawns so they survive […]
