You’ve noticed that in the winter months, your lawn’s grass typically will turn brown, right? This is a normal response to winter conditions — your grass has simply gone into a dormant or resting stage. Though your grass may look dead, … Continue reading
Especially for people who sodded their lawns last year, it can be a surprise when the snow comes off and you see your sodded lawn looking very UNGREEN. While it may be a bit annoying, this is extremely typical. During the winter … Continue reading
Hi everyone. I hope everyone is faring well with the winter we have been dealt with this year. We’re about 2 weeks away from the official first day of Spring, and this time of year one of the most asked questions … Continue reading
We are excited to get the season kicked off, and wanted to let you know about a few things that are coming down the pipeline… Start of the Season – We’re are optimistic that we will begin harvesting sod on April 7th. … Continue reading
Tip #2 (of 3) – The Best Time to FERTILIZE Your SOIL is When your GRASS ROOTS are ACTIVELY GROWING – “If the grass looks greener on the other side of the fence, it’s because they take better care of … Continue reading
Tip #1 (of 3) – How to Know if You REALLY Have a White Grub Problem (and Chances are, You DON’T) – Q: So what are those white grubs, anyhow? A: Grubs are NOT worms. White grubs are larvae that … Continue reading
(Article originally written by Jeremy, Red Hen Turf Farm, in Spring 2019 – revised for Spring 2023) Almost daily, I have business owners confide in me with a wide range of business problems. I really enjoy helping to hash things … Continue reading
Article Last Updated 03/02/23 Did you know that Red Hen Turf Farm produces and sells 2 kinds of sod? Since 2018, we have carried both our flagship 100% Kentucky Bluegrass Sod, and more recently our “Tall Fescue Sod”. Of these … Continue reading
Originally published 8/2/18, Updates made on 06/15/20, 05/27/22, and 05/31/23. KEY TAKEAWAY — Watering needs for an ESTABLISHED LAWN is quite different than for a NEWLY SEEDED or NEWLY SODDED LAWN. It takes a good year or so for … Continue reading
WHAT IS A JUMPING WORM? You might think they are your typical Earth Worm, but they are browner or gray in color and their bands are usually white. Asian Jumping Worms, also known as snake worms, crazy worms and Alabama … Continue reading