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The Importance of Aeration, Overseeding and Lime Applications

Why Skunks and Animals Dig Lawns in Summer — and Why Grub Control in June–July Is Critical

Protecting More Than Grass: The Importance of Flea & Tick Control and Tree & Shrub Care

The Importance of Pre-Emergent Applications in the Spring

Making a Plan for Spring Lawn Care & Turf Health

Frosty Lawns and Funny Footprints: Winter Tips for a Healthy Lawn

Finish the Season Strong: Preparing Your Lawn for Winter

Battling Summer Weeds: Why Post-Emergent Grass Control Matters

Protect Your Lawn This Summer: The Importance of Grub Control and Summer Fertilizer

The Importance of Soil Testing in Turf Management: Understanding pH and Nutrients

What Kind of Fertilizer Does My Lawn Need?

Overseeding Your Lawn: The What, When, and Why

How Weeds Are Classified, Part 1: Life Cycles

How Weeds Are Classified, Part 2: Structure & Form

5 Tips for a Healthier Turf This Mowing Season

Different Types of Grass Growth: Root Growth vs. Top Growth

The Importance of Nitrogen Fertilizer for Your Lawn

Problematic Grasses in Your Lawn This Summer

What Kind of Grass is Best for Lawns in the New River Valley of Virginia?

What Kind of Grass Should I Plant? Cool Season vs. Warm Season Grasses for the New River Valley of Virginia

Two Things You May Be Seeing In Your Lawn & Landscape This Spring

How Do Our Lawns Weather the Cold of Winter?

Early Fall Drought & Its Impact on the NRV

The Benefits of Fall Seeding

Lime Application for Your Lawn: The What, When, & Why

Useful Links

Weed Identification – VT
https://weedid.cals.vt.edu/

Turf and Garden Tips Podcast – VT
https://ext.vt.edu/lawn-garden/turfandgardentips.html

The Turf Files – NC State
https://www.turffiles.ncsu.edu/