Category: Care & Maintenance
The Importance of a Healthy Soil Microbiome
Did you know that there is more life in soil than anywhere else on Earth? The soil microbiome is a complex and diverse community of organisms that play a vital role in plant health and nutrient uptake. Plants rely on the soil microbiome to obtain essential nutrients, resist disease, and adapt to changing environments. So, […]
How Trees Pose a Risk to Power Lines
Trees growing too close to power lines can pose a severe risk. Overgrown trees can cause power outages and, in some cases, spark a fire. While Nature’s Select Piedmont can help your trees grow big and strong, you should still care for them properly and prune them when necessary, especially when they start to linger […]
How Often Should I Be Mowing the Lawn?
Mowing the lawn is an important aspect of lawn care. But how often should you be mowing the lawn? And what height should you keep the grass? These are just a few of the questions we get from residents looking for expert lawn care. While mowing is often an enjoyable exercise, doing it wrong can […]
5 Troublesome Trees That’s Aren’t Worth It
Trees have a lot to offer your property. They’re often shady and can provide a canopy of privacy. However, not all trees are the same, nor are they worth the upkeep and maintenance. Some trees are just too troublesome and end up causing more problems than they’re worth. While Nature’s Select Sandhills can help nurture […]
3 Beneficial Weeds You May Want Around
When discussing weed control, your first reaction is to probably want all of them gone. You’ve been told that any weed in your landscaping is bad. You’ve also come to think that weeds will affect your curb appeal. While that is true for the most part, Nature’s Select Triangle is here to tell you that […]
Lawn Pests: 3 Facts About Billbugs
Billbugs and their grubs attack both warm and cool-season grasses. Their approach to destroying lawns is to eat the grass, blade by blade, leaving lawns with patchy, scattered brown spots. So when it appears there’s a billbug infestation, Nature’s Select Piedmont has just what you need. We’ll teach you these three facts and treat your […]
3 Ways We Control Bermuda Grass
Bermuda grass is an aggressive, warm-season turf that tends to spread quickly and is hard to get rid of. If you didn’t intend for this grass in your lawn, but see it creeping in, then it’s time to give Nature’s Select Triangle a call. Simply treating the grass as a weed will likely not work, […]
How Snow and Ice Impact Your Lawn
For the most part, winters in North Carolina are mild. But that doesn’t mean we’re immune to our fair share of cold temperatures, heavy snowfall, and ice. Not only do these conditions make driving a challenge, but they can also be challenging for your lawn. Nature’s Select Piedmont preaches the importance of lawn and soil […]
3 Benefits of Centipede Grass
Centipede grass, sometimes called “poor man’s grass,” is a great option for any buy homeowner in the Piedmont area. While it does rely on very specific soil and landscape conditions, there are plenty of benefits to this type of lawn. So, let’s take a look at some of those benefits before you call Nature’s Select […]
Winter Shrub Damage You Should Avoid
Winter can be devastating for landscapes throughout North Carolina. While most live through and recover in the spring, some weather patterns can kill all your shrubs and trees if you’re not careful. Thankfully, proper tree and shrub care from Nature’s Select Sandhills can help you avoid these types of winter damage.