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Proper winterization helps ensure that your grass comes back healthy and green in the spring. However, many homeowners make common mistakes that can set their lawn back.

Winter is a challenging season for lawns, but with proper preparation, you can ensure that your grass survives the cold months and comes back greener and stronger in the spring.

Learn how to maintain a lush, green lawn year-round with our expert guide to seasonal lawn fertilization. Discover the best practices for each season, tailored to your lawn's needs.

Get expert tips to transition your lawn from summer to fall and ensure a healthy, vibrant yard year-round.

Here in New Jersey, July has brought a significant amount of rainstorms, which has been beneficial for our irrigation systems but may also increase the risk of lawn diseases.

Learn about the science behind lawn aeration and why it’s essential for a healthy lawn. See how aeration improves soil structure and promotes vigorous grass growth with GreenStripe.

You've invested in a professional lawn care company to achieve that lush, green lawn of your dreams. Yet, despite their efforts, your lawn is still sporting that unsightly brown hue. Frustrating, right?

Aeration is a crucial practice in lawn care that promotes healthier, thicker, and more resilient grass. However, when it comes to aeration, homeowners are often faced with the decision of renting equipment or hiring professional services.

As we transition from spring to the summer months, June brings with it challenges for maintaining lush, healthy lawns.

Healthy soil is the foundation of a disease-resistant lawn. Learn about the vital role of soil health in preventing lawn diseases and how to maintain it.

Struggling with lawn fungal diseases? Discover how to identify and treat the most common fungal isues affecting your lawn with this comprehensive guide from GreenStripe.

As May has come to an end in New Jersey, the lush green lawns residential landscapes take center stage. However, beneath the surface lies a delicate balance between nature's bounty and the challenges posed by evolving environmental conditions.

Aeration is just the beginning. Follow these do's and don'ts for post-aeration lawn care to help your grass grow strong and healthy. Expert tips from GreenStripe.

Timing is everything when it comes to lawn care. Find out the optimal seasons for aeration and overseeding to maintain a healthy, lush lawn year-round with advice from GreenStripe.

What’s the deal with mushrooms, and more importantly, how do you get rid of them? Let’s dive into understanding why mushrooms appear and the best strategies to manage them.

April threw us some curveballs with 15+” of rain, but hey, that's part of the adventure, right? Our grasses, like bluegrass, definitely went on a roller coaster ride, but they've bounced back like champs. And tackling those weeds? It's been a piece of cake this time of year. 

Overseeding significantly depends on how well the lawn is watered afterwards. In this post, we will guide you through the best practices for watering your lawn after overseeding.

Among the many techniques for maintaining such a vibrant lawn, aeration stands out as a critical practice. But when it comes to choosing between core and liquid aeration, homeowners often find themselves at a crossroads.

Beneath the surface lies a battleground, where a fierce struggle unfolds between homeowners and an unassuming yet persistent foe: Poa trivialis

The 2024 season is here and has been cold and rainy. This is traditionally a time when pre-emergence needs to be put down to prevent crabgrass.

Fall is a crucial time for your lawn, especially in Westfield, NJ. As the leaves begin to change and the air gets crisper, it's the perfect time to give your lawn the care it deserves.

As we navigate through a season marked by sparse rainfall and unseasonably cool temperatures, homeowners must remain vigilant about the potential dangers their lawns and landscape plantings face.

The warm embrace of summer brings sunshine, outdoor gatherings, and delightful moments. Unfortunately, it also welcomes a less pleasant guest: the mosquito.

Learn about chinch bugs in lawns, their symptoms, and effective treatments to get rid of them and keep your lawn healthy in 2023.

Often occurring in hot, dry conditions, this fungal disease won't typically kill your lawn--in fact, with a little TLC, the lawn may bounce back in just a few weeks.

Annual Bluegrass, or Poa Annua grows in clumps, often producing seed in spring/summer and dying off in extreme summer temps.