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Homeowner performing screwdriver test to check soil compaction on a central North Carolina tall fescue lawn.
To test soil compaction at home, wait two to three days after rain so the soil is moist but not muddy, then push a six-inch flathead screwdriver straight into the turf. If it slides in with hand pressure, the soil structure is intact. If it stops before three inches or needs body weight, the soil […]
August 3, 2026
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If you’ve ever stood in the lawn care aisle wondering, “Is any of this actually good for my yard or the planet?” you’re not alone. Sustainable lawn care has become a hot topic, but it’s also surrounded by a lot of confusion. At Nature’s Select®, we hear the same myths over and over, and it’s […]
December 9, 2025
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When your lawn turns brown and crunchy in winter, it’s tempting to assume everything underneath is dead. The truth is much more interesting. Even when the air is freezing, your soil is buzzing with microscopic life, just moving at a different pace. At Nature’s Select®, we focus on what’s happening below the surface so your […]
December 1, 2025
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Here’s a lawn care truth most fertilizers won’t tell you: your grass isn’t the main character—your soil is. In Pinehurst, NC, where lawns are a big part of curb appeal, focusing only on what you see above ground is like decorating a house with a crumbling foundation. At Nature’s Select®, we build beautiful lawns by […]
November 22, 2025
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When your grass goes brown and sleepy, it’s tempting to forget about it until spring. But your dormant lawn is not dead; it’s just resting. And what you do now can make or break how it wakes up later. At Nature’s Select®, we help homeowners avoid these five common dormancy mistakes so their lawns come […]
November 15, 2025
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Here’s a secret most lawns are hiding: even when the grass looks quiet, the real action is happening underground. Your soil is full of living microbes working behind the scenes to support thicker, greener turf, and winter is a crucial time to keep them going. At Nature’s Select®, we build lawn programs around soil biology, […]
November 9, 2025
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Spoiler alert: your lawn isn’t actually lazy. When your grass turns brown and slows down in the winter, it’s not giving up—it’s going into energy-saving mode. At Nature’s Select®, we know that what’s happening beneath the surface during this “sleep” phase is just as important as what you see in spring.
November 1, 2025
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If your lawn looks like it’s hosting an unwanted plant party, broadleaf weeds are probably to blame. From dandelions to nutsedge, these pesky invaders love to crash your carefully maintained turf. The good news? Timing your weed control treatments can make all the difference. At Nature’s Select®, we help homeowners take back their lawns with […]
October 22, 2025
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If you’ve ever woken up to find your once-green lawn looking like it was mowed down overnight, there’s a good chance fall armyworms are to blame. These tiny but mighty pests can destroy a yard faster than you can say “Where did my grass go?” At Nature’s Select®, we’re here to help you spot the […]
October 15, 2025
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If you’ve ever wondered why some Greensboro lawns stay lush and green no matter the season, here’s the secret: they’re not just cared for – they’re cultivated. At Nature’s Select®, we believe in working with nature, not against it. That’s the foundation of our eco-friendly lawn care programs, designed to keep your grass strong, resilient, […]
October 8, 2025
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There’s something magical about a lush, green lawn that makes your whole home feel more inviting. But after a long, hot North Carolina summer, your grass might be looking a little tired. The good news? Fall is the perfect time to bring it back to life! Overseeding – planting new grass seed over your existing […]
October 2, 2025
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