Florida Lawn Care Questions

What do the three numbers on lawn fertilizer mean?
This is the N-P-K ratio: Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium. Nitrogen promotes green, leafy growth. When fertilizing a lawn, use a fertilizer where the first number (nitrogen) is the highest.

Can grass clippings be used as fertilizer?
Grass clippings are free fertilizer. If composted with other organic material, they can also contribute to compost.

What does mulch do for plants?
Natural mulch can help protect plant roots and keep soil from drying out too quickly. Organic mulch can also break down over time and add organic material to the soil.

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What is the best time to water plants?
Watering plants on a consistent schedule promotes healthy growth. Watering early in the morning helps reduce evaporation.

Does grass grow as fast as hair?
Grass can grow considerably faster than human hair when conditions are right. Before getting that haircut you might wanna think about a mow instead.

How close should sod pieces be when installing a lawn?
When putting sod down, the pieces should butt up closely against each other. This helps prevent gaps between the pieces and gives you a more uniform lawn while it establishes.

Can you make my bushes look like Minecraft?
Yes! We generally do basic shapes and straight cuts so we got it mostly down path.

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What fruits grow well in Florida?
Mango, soursop, passion fruit, avocado, dragon fruit, and star fruit can certainly grow well in Southwest Florida and provide a tasty fruit.

How do I know if I have Brazilian pepper?
Brazilian peppers are incredibly invasive. It can grow into a dense shrub or small tree and may produce clusters of red berries. If a crushed up leaf smells like pepper than you might be dealing with one. A good idea is to have one of our experienced lawn care experts come by to take a look and remove it if necessary.

Is battery-powered lawn equipment a good investment?
Florida is a harsh environment for lawn equipment. Battery-powered equipment can be convenient for homeowners, but for professional lawn care, we still find gas-powered equipment to be more effective over time.