News & Insights
We’re honored to be featured in the Midlands Business Journal’s Impact 250! From starting small in 2006 to becoming the full-service team we are today has been quite a journey. Thanks to everyone who’s trusted us with their lawns, landscapes, … Read more
Every winter, folks dump a bag of “ice melt” on their sidewalk (or use a seed/fertilizer spreader), watch it work its magic, and let the ice melt behind them. That is, until spring arrives and reveals the spalling damage. Or … Read more
If a tree looks ‘off’ but you can’t quite say why, scan for these common culprits. 1) Oak wilt Hosts: All oaks. Red oaks often die within one season. White oaks decline more slowly. What to look for: Red oaks … Read more
Fall is your last chance to set trees up for winter. These five steps prevent the most common problems. 1) Deep water before ground freeze Think of late-fall watering as insurance against winter desiccation, especially for evergreens and new plantings. … Read more
Clover is having a moment. Instagram is full of lush before-and-afters, and eco-blogs will basically call you a fool for sticking with grass. Clover does make a strong case. It stays neat, shrugs off drought, feeds your soil, and bees … Read more
Every year, we talk to frustrated property owners (increasingly commercial property owners) dealing with cracked sidewalks, broken sprinkler pipes, and retaining walls that mysteriously shifted over the winter. The culprit is almost always the same. Someone didn’t account for Nebraska’s … Read more
After nearly 20 years of lawn care, we’ve seen a lot. Good and bad, floods and droughts, storms and sunshine. Ice storms that snapped century-old oak, and heat that burnt leaves off plants. Through every season, we’ve learned what does … Read more
July can turn a nice lawn into a puzzle of brown patches almost overnight. Don’t panic. Before you overwater or do anything drastic, take a breath and do some inspection. Not all brown patches are created by the same things, … Read more
On the internet, you can learn how to fix a garbage disposal, read 3 million different sourdough recipes, and passive aggressively sneak around HOA rules. But when it comes to lawn care, not everything with a million views deserves your … Read more
If you’ve ever spent September admiring a neighbor’s thick, green lawn while staring at your own thin patch, don’t tell yourself to “deal with it next spring.” By the time March rolls around, you may be starting from scratch instead … Read more
Imagine that you’re enjoying your morning coffee on the patio when you spot a big, dark ant marching across your deck. Your first instinct may be to stomp it before it can eat your trees. Or worse, your house. But … Read more
When that first warm day in March makes you want to fire up the sprinkler system, you may have felt that sinking realization that winter has claimed another broken zone or cracked pipe. If you’re discovering broken heads, cracked pipes, … Read more
Sadly, many homeowners wait until their lawn looks like a catastrophe before calling for professional help. By then, recovery is expensive, time-consuming, and sometimes impossible. The signs that your lawn needs expert attention aren’t always what you’d expect. There are … Read more
Most hydrangea troubles come from not knowing which type you have. Different types bloom on different wood, so timing changes everything. Type 1: Panicle hydrangeas (bloom on new wood) Examples: ‘Limelight’, ‘Little Lime’, ‘Pinky Winky’, ‘Tardiva’ ID: Cone-shaped flower clusters … Read more
A spectacular spring and summer lawn is built in the… fall? As summer fades, it’s easy to think the season for lawn care is over. This is a common belief we encounter, and it’s a significant misconception in Midwestern lawn … Read more
Many Omaha homeowners watch with pride as their lawn hits its peak in May, only to become concerned when it starts looking tired and brown by late July. If this sounds familiar, it’s okay. This mid-season change is usually a … Read more
What’s this brown spot in my yard? What flowers would you put here? What kind of tree is this? Show me what a patio would look like here. Over the past year, ChatGPT has become capable of more than writing … Read more
As summer fades, it’s easy to think that lawn care season is winding down. In reality, for cool-season grasses, the most important work of the year is just beginning. What you do in September, October, and November directly determines your … Read more
A perfectly manicured monoculture lawn might look neat, but it’s basically a food desert for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. BUT, you can support pollinators without turning your yard into a scruffy prairie or sacrificing your lawn’s functionality. Here’s how … Read more
Nebraska’s rich soil is famous for agriculture, but the dense clay found throughout the Omaha area presents a unique challenge for homeowners seeking a lush, green lawn. If you feel like your fertilizer applications aren’t delivering the expected results, your … Read more
Each season, the same questions surface from callers and people asking about lawn care in Omaha. After almost 20 years, we’ve noticed that homeowners consistently ask about the same topics. Here are answers to the questions you may have Googled. … Read more
There is one certainty about our weather: storms will come, and severe storms will test every tree on your property. A little preparation goes a long way. Before storm season Structural pruning Remove competing leaders, crossing branches, and weak V-shaped … Read more
From the sunny yellow heads of dandelions to the aggressive spread of crabgrass, weeds can be a source of frustration. However, these unwelcome plants are more than just an eyesore. They are indicators, telling a story about your lawn’s underlying … Read more
Spring in Omaha can be a test of patience for homeowners. After months of snow, ice, and relentless freeze-thaw cycles, your grass often looks patchy, tired, and slow to green up. If you’re wondering why your lawn doesn’t resemble a … Read more
Watering your lawn seems simple, but how and when you do it dramatically impacts your lawn’s health, resilience, and appearance. Many common lawn problems, from fungal diseases to shallow roots, can be traced back to improper watering habits. Golden rule: … Read more
Wondering when to prune? Timing depends on the tree and the problem you are solving. Technique still matters, but timing often decides whether the work helps or hurts. A good rule of thumb: Prune in dormancy, usually December through March … Read more
As you can imagine, we like helping Omaha-area homeowners create stunning outdoor spaces. But we also know that part of being a great neighbor means sharing knowledge, even when it helps you tackle projects on your own. Nebraska’s unique climate … Read more
Bradford and other Callery pears were the darlings of developers for decades. They grow fast, bloom early, and were cheap. But now we often clean them up after they split in storms, invade natural areas, and frustrate homeowners. Our clay … Read more
Emerald ash borer (EAB) is established in the metro. An untreated ash will almost always decline. Common species in our area are green and white ash. Blue ash has shown partial resistance in some studies but can still be affected … Read more
Mike Seidel interviews our very own Mike Turone before an Omaha snowstorm.