Posts With Keyword ‘Lawn Care’

Time To Prepare Lawns For Winter

Posted: Thursday, October 20th, 2011 at 6:27 am

Temperatures in the 70’s and 80’s are long gone and a frost warning has been issued for Marion County, it’s time to prepare lawns for winter.

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Now is the Time to Fertilize and Apply Weed Preventer

Posted: Wednesday, April 20th, 2011 at 6:24 am

April showers may bring May flowers though they can also be help weeds grow as well.

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As Grass Grows, Lawn Care Ordinance In Effect

Posted: Monday, April 18th, 2011 at 6:23 am

Jerry Beyers of Pella Public Works reminds residents ready to begin yard work that the City of Pella has an ordinance for grass length of 8 inches, and clippings cannot be blown into the street, as doing so will clog storm drains.

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Spring Lawn Care Tips from the Marion County Extension Office

Posted: Friday, April 15th, 2011 at 6:26 am

Unusually high temperatures, a good amount of sunshine and some rain in recent weeks has turned grass back to green and caused it to grow quickly, though residents are encouraged to not cut grass too short.

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Best To Eliminate Burrowing Yard Pests Now, says Lawn Expert

Posted: Tuesday, August 10th, 2010 at 6:23 am

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A pair of burrowing yard pests are making their usual impact on area lawns this summer, and now is the time for homeowners to rid their properties of the bothersome creatures.

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Summer Weather Creates Lawn Care Challenges

Posted: Saturday, July 31st, 2010 at 6:27 am

With more rainfall on Friday, area lawns will continue their rapid rate of growth; and with sun in the forecast for Saturday, that likely means many area neighborhoods will be humming with the sound of lawn mowers.

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