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How Aeration Breathes Life Back Into A Struggling Lawn

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Ever feel like you’re doing everything right for your lawn, yet it still looks dull, patchy, or thin? You water it, mow it, even toss down some fertilizer, but your grass just doesn’t seem to get the memo. The truth is, the problem might not be what you’re doing on the surface. The real issue […]

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Beat Bahiagrass for Good

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If your once-perfect lawn is starting to look more like a wild prairie, Bahiagrass might be the culprit. Known for its coarse texture and tall, V-shaped seed heads, this grass isn’t shy about taking over. And while it’s tough enough to survive droughts and poor soil, it’s also tough enough to outcompete your carefully cultivated […]

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What Are Sod Webworms?

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Have you ever noticed brown patches in your lawn that seem to appear overnight? You water, you mow, you fertilize, but the damage just keeps spreading. If this sounds familiar, you may be dealing with a sneaky little pest known as the sod webworm. These tiny troublemakers are more common in North Carolina than you […]

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Why Do Plantain Weeds Return?

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You pull them out, spray them down, and even beg them to leave—but plantain weeds just won’t take the hint. These persistent broadleaf weeds seem to pop up overnight, especially in North Carolina lawns. At Nature’s Select®, we hear it all the time from homeowners: “Why do these things keep coming back?” Let’s dig into […]

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That Clumpy Grass in Your Yard? It’s Probably Bahiagrass

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If you’re noticing rough, wiry clumps of grass popping up and ruining the look of your smooth, green lawn, you’re likely dealing with Bahiagrass. This aggressive invader is tough, fast-spreading, and a major eyesore for every homeowner who takes pride in their yard. At Nature’s Select®, we know precisely how to identify and tackle Bahiagrass […]

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Brown Patch vs. Dry Grass: What’s the Difference?

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Your lawn has seen better days. Patches of brown are popping up, and you’re left staring at the damage, wondering: Is it just dry grass or something more serious? While both look similar on the surface, they couldn’t be more different beneath the blades. One is a simple fix with water. The other? A fast-moving […]

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Lawn Aeration 101

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If your lawn could talk, it would be begging for some fresh air right about now. Lawn aeration is like a deep breath for your grass, allowing air, water, and nutrients to penetrate deeper. At Nature’s Select®, we believe that healthy lawns start from the ground up, and this season, lawn aeration is the MVP.

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Understanding Pythium Blight

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If you’ve ever walked outside on a warm, muggy morning and noticed greasy-looking patches of grass that seem to appear overnight, don’t just brush them off as morning dew. That could be Pythium blight, a fast-moving turf disease that can ruin your beautiful lawn before you’ve had your morning coffee. At Nature’s Select®, we’ve seen […]

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How to Deal With Summer Lawn Pests

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As we gear up for summer days and sunnier skies, it’s not just pool parties and cookouts that spring up—so do uninvited guests like ants, mosquitoes, grubs, and more. If it feels like your yard becomes a summer retreat for pests, you’re not imagining things. At Nature’s Select®, we believe your outdoor space should be […]

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How to Stop Annual Bluegrass for Good

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If you’ve ever battled with annual bluegrass, you know it never shows up alone, and it never seems to take the hint to leave. At Nature’s Select®, we understand how frustrating it can be to fight the same weed year after year, especially when you’ve worked hard to maintain a healthy lawn. So, let’s dig […]

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