Category Archives: Helpful Information

The French Drain: What is a French Drain? The French drain, also called a sub-drain, is so called because the person who is supposed to have invented it, an American, was named French. First used for agricultural purposes in New … Continue reading →

Why invest in a landscape design? Like all projects worthwhile, it must start with an idea…..a vision. Once you meet with our landscape designer they will work with you to help draw out your own ideas, and needs for your … Continue reading →

Summer Lawn Management: Watering the Lawn How much water does my lawn need? This varies somewhat depending on grass type. In general, applying one inch of water per week is the recommendation when there is insufficient rainfall during summer drought. … Continue reading →

Extension Service Garden Hints Spring is best time to dethatch your lawn CORVALLIS – Thatch, a layer of living and dead grass stems and roots, is the natural consequence of a healthy lawn, according to Tom Cook, turf grass specialist … Continue reading →

430-002 Authors as Published Marc Aveni, Extension Agent, Prince William County; and David Chalmers, Extension Agronomist, Virginia Tech What is lawn aeration? Lawn aeration involves the removal of small soil plugs or cores out of the lawn. Although hand aerators … Continue reading →