Category: Greensboro
3 Reasons Moles Love Your Lawn
Moles are a nuisance when they start to dig up your lawn. It can be frustrating when you try to get them to go away, only for them to keep coming back. What you may not know is that there are three reasons why moles love your lawn! So, if any of these apply to […]
3 Ways to Prepare Your Trees for Hurricane Season
It’s that time of year again! Hurricane season is officially underway, and it’s important to take the necessary precautions to protect your trees. While central North Carolina doesn’t always experience the intense impacts that the coasts do, hurricane-force winds and storms do sometimes happen. So, Nature’s Select Piedmont wants to help you prepare your trees […]
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 […]
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 […]
Why Improving Soil Quality Matters
Spring is in the air and any evidence of winter is fading away. However, if you notice your lawn isn’t bouncing back from its winter slumber, you might want to test the soil. Soil quality in North Carolina matters, especially if you want to have a vibrant, rich landscape. At Nature’s Select Piedmont, our motto […]
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 […]
How Do De-icing Salts Damage Trees?
Winter is stressful for your shrubs and trees. They’re battling the elements, which often include snow, ice, and bitterly cold temperatures. Unfortunately, you could be making winter harder for them by misusing de-icing salts. While it’s important to keep walkways clear so you don’t slip and fall, you should also keep the health of your […]
Fall Lawn Care: 4 Frequently Asked Questions
When it comes to your lawn care, there’s a lot to know. If you don’t consider yourself to have a green thumb, then you might struggle with keeping plants and your lawn alive. But don’t worry. Whether you’re a new homeowner or have been caring for your lawn for years, nature can always surprise you. […]
3 Reasons Lawn Care Services Are Worth It
Taking care of your lawn is a full-time job. But if you’re like most homeowners, you usually don’t get to the lawn until the weekend. However, there’s so much that goes into it. You have to know about moss, thatching, weeding, fertilizing, pruning, and so much more. If taking the time to learn about all […]