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Is It Safe to Mow During Oregon's Fire Season?
Published on Monday, June 24, 2019
In Oregon, summer has begun to be called something different: fire season. Fire season generally begins on June 1 and lasts until state officials declare that it has ended. Along with fire season comes some restrictions that should be adhered to, no matter what. In 2018 alone, the state saw damages from wildfires reaching $514.6 million, according to the Statesman Journal.
Those restrictions...
How to Tell If Your Lawn Is Dead or Just in Its Dormant State
Published on Tuesday, January 15, 2019
Summer in Gresham, OR can have detrimental effects on a lawn that can last well into fall and winter, making homeowners wonder if their spring lawn is going to come back at all. Generally, when there is a lack of rain in the summertime it can lead to brown spots from the heat or drought stress on the grass. What does this mean for telling whether your lawn is dead or dormant?...
When to Stop Watering Your Lawn in Northern Oregon
Published on Wednesday, November 14, 2018
When the autumn weather sets in and temperatures start to drop in areas if Northern Oregon, like Gresham, you may be inclined to stop watering your lawn abruptly. It is an easy misunderstanding to believe watering your lawn is just a summer task. During the summer, consistent water helps you maintain a lush, green, and healthy lawn in the hotter months of the year.
Why You Should...
Why You Need to Install Mulch During the Winter in Portland, OR
Published on Wednesday, November 07, 2018
Spring landscape mulching is a common activity throughout the country for landscaping beds. Mulching during this time adds beautification to your landscape beds, while also providing the added benefits of weed control, moisture retention, and temperature control.
Mulching is one of the most beneficial landscaping practices that both protects and enhances your property. In areas such as...
Fall Leaf Removal - The Benefits for Your Lawn Throughout Winter & Into Spring
Published on Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Autumn is a beautiful time for colors and one of the greatest assets to your yard is having large, beautiful trees to watch the changing of the leaves. However, once those leaves change color, they inevitably fall to the ground, which causes a covering of leaves on your lawn.
Leaves have a tendency to smother the lawn by creating a layer that blocks sunlight and nutrients from reaching the...
Fall Aeration Can Repair Damage to Your Lawn
Published on Tuesday, September 11, 2018
According to many lawn care professionals, spring and fall are the prime times for aerating your lawn, due to the rate at which grass is growing. Most landscaping companies will tend to choose fall over spring. However, location and weather are huge factors in the success of your aerating.
When it comes to core aeration, the two different types of tools that are typically used are handheld...
6 Ways You Are Killing Your Lawn
Published on Monday, August 27, 2018
Are the proper precautions being taken when it comes to caring for your lawn? Homeowners in the Gresham, Happy Valley, Troutdale, and surrounding areas have killed their lawn by making simple mistakes. However, by making important adjustments to your lawn care approach or by using a professional lawn care company like J&C Lawn Care, you can see a tremendous difference in your...
5 Reasons Mowing Your Lawn Is More Important than You Think
Published on Monday, August 13, 2018
A number of homeowners in the Gresham, Happy Valley, Troutdale, and surrounding areas think of mowing the lawn as a weekly chore that gets old quick. However, the benefits that come with weekly grass clippings and low-key maintenance on your yard are doing wonders for your outdoor landscape.
Here are five reasons why a regular mowing routine for your lawn is beneficial and...
