wild violets in iowa lawns

Battling Wild Violets in Iowa Lawns

In an earlier blog post, we talked about creeping charlie as a problematic weed in lawns. Wild violets are another broadleaf weed that causes some frustration due to their persistence
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crabgrass weeds cedar rapids iowa city

Killing Crabgrass Weeds in Cedar Rapids & Iowa City Lawns

Summers in Iowa can be hard on our lawns. The days are long, so sunlight is drying out our landscapes for over 12 hours a day. The weather is hot
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2022 a year in review for ultralawn cedar rapids

2022: A Year in Review

It’s time for all of us to admit it. Yes, ALL of us. Even you! If it makes you feel any better, we will say it along with you because
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uprooted tree grass from 2020 derecho in cedar rapids

2020 Derecho Effects on Cedar Rapids Lawns & Trees

There is no way to overstate the profound effect of the August 2020 derecho on the greater Cedar Rapids area. It will always be mentioned in the same breath as
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tips for healthy trees and shrubs in cedar rapids

Tips for Getting Newly Delivered Trees & Shrub Healthy

  The extreme weather events of 2020 decimated and changed our environment. It has been estimated that 80% of the tree cover in Cedar Rapids is gone. Each year, that
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When is the Best Time to Aerate Your Lawn?

If you aren’t familiar with what aeration is or why it is helpful for your lawn, you are not alone. It’s something that can easily go unattended because it happens
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