Get Informed

Ever wondered exactly what it is that we do? Sure, we cut grass, but we do much more than that! In this "Get Informed" section of the website, we're giving you a look into the kinds of things that Turfscape does, as well as the ways in which we do them. You'll find basic explanations of our core services, such as bed maintenance, pruning, and fall cleanup, in addition to articles that explore many of Turfscape's supplementary services. From the green industry novice to the experienced pro, we think anyone can learn something from these pages and be better-able to care for their property!

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Aeration
In addition to regular lawn maintenance activities, such as mowing and fertilization, it is often necessary to implement secondary cultural practices to help keep turfgrass at a consistent level of quality. Core aeration is regarded as one of the most beneficial practices available to turfgrass managers. This service involves the mechanical removal of soil cores with tines or spoons from a lawn area. The cores generally range in… Continue to full story >>

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Annuals
Spring annual displays are installed during the months of March or April (ground temperatures and "frost-free" weather dictates commencement). Summer annual displays are… Continue to full story
Bed Edging
A 2" deep edge is cut around trees and bed lines, once annually. All work areas are blown clean and left in an orderly condition. Continue to full story
But then came the snow...
While the rest of us are eating ice cream and cranking up the AC, snow contractors are focusing on a different kind of "cool": they're preparing for the upcoming snow season! As crazy as… Continue to full story
Canada Geese Problems
Geese are inefficient eaters. They can eat up to three pounds of turf every day, and will "re-deposit" half of that back every day. Despite previous repel efforts, geese are… Continue to full story
Dormant (Winter) Pruning
Dormant pruning relies on the same principles of maintenance pruning except that the plant is pruned while dormant to reduce stress to the plant. Dormant pruning is often more… Continue to full story
Fall Clean Up
Fallen leaves will be picked up two to three times during the autumn season (October-November). For sites that have densely planted trees and/or large, mature trees, leaf… Continue to full story
Fall Mums & Spring Bulbs
Let's keep the beauty going for as long as we can! As the summer winds down and the annuals and perennials are showing signs of fatigue, add a little beauty back to your landscape with… Continue to full story
Lawn Care Program (Weed Control & Fertilization)
Turfscape's Lawn Care Program for fertilization and weed control consists of four to six applications, depending on individual property requirements. Our Lawn Care Experts are… Continue to full story
Mowing and Weeding
Mowing Turfscape's mowing service comprises the following: Turf shall be mowed to maintain a height of 2.5" - 3" Debris and trash is cleaned off the lawn prior to mowing … Continue to full story
Mulch
There are many reasons for applying a new base of mulch every spring. Mulch primarily aids in the overall health and vigor of the plant material by acting as an insulator (improving the… Continue to full story
Rock Beds
River rocks, as applied in landscaping projects, are stones that come in a wide variety of colors and sizes. Their common trait is a softly rounded shape and smooth finish. Unlike rocks… Continue to full story
Seasonal Pruning of Trees and Shrubs
During the course of the growing season, certain deciduous shrubbery, (viburnum, forsythia, dogwood, etc.) and evergreens (taxus, juniper, etc.) under 5" caliper require additional… Continue to full story
Siding Damage
The facts about siding damage IT CAN BE PREVENTED!! When siding or downspouts are close to the turf, there is a high probability that they can and will get DAMAGED. As… Continue to full story
Spring Clean Up
Spring Clean Up Leaves, sticks and other unwanted winter debris are collected and removed from beds and tree rings. Minor pruning of shrubbery,… Continue to full story
Tree and Shrub Care
Tree & Shrub Insect Control Ornamental trees, evergreens and deciduous shrubs are landscape materials that are often susceptible to insect damage. When destructive insects appear,… Continue to full story