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title: Green Meadow Lawncare Learning Center | Lawn Tips
description: Lawn Tips | Learn everything you need to know about lawn care and lawn services. Topics include pest control, fertilization, and overall lawn health.
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## [Core Aeration vs Lawn Dethatching](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/core-aeration-vs-lawn-dethatching)

 Posted by [Nate Bahler](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/author/nate-bahler) on Oct 27, 2023 2:33:20 PM

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## **Lawn Core Aeration vs Lawn Dethatching**

Have you ever gotten these two services confused?  While they offer many similar benefits to a lawn, there are a few key differences between Core Aeration and dethatching a lawn. 

In this article, we’ll delve into the differences between lawn aeration and lawn dethatching, their benefits and when to use each method. 

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## [How To Get Rid of Weeds in My Lawn \[The Ultimate Guide\]](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/how-to-get-rid-of-weeds-in-my-lawn)

 Posted by [Dave Schwarm](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/author/dave-schwarm) on Jun 22, 2020 5:11:58 PM

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**Getting Rid of Weeds In My Yard**

We have all been there - you have a lawn full of pesky weeds. What do you do? We are here to help offer some tips on how to better identify and manage weeds on your property. 

Some weeds can be more aggressive than others. Some are just eye sores, while others cause harm by robbing water and nutrients from other plants. Below we'll cover both weed identification and weed treatment. 

**Weed:** /noun/ A wild plant growing where it is unwanted and in competition with cultivated plants.

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 Topics: [Lawn care](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/lawn-care), [Weeds](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/weeds), [Lawn Tips](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/lawn-tips), [Lawn Watering](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/lawn-watering)

## [Choosing the Best Irrigation System \[Top 5 Sprinkler Types\]](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/the-best-irrigation-system-for-your-home)

 Posted by [Dave Schwarm](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/author/dave-schwarm) on Jun 18, 2020 8:08:34 PM

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In my 30 years of experience in the lawn care industry, a lot has changed. One thing that has remained the same is this: grass needs water and watering your lawn correctly will keep it healthy and green.

Irrigation systems have many benefits. They water your lawn evenly, are environmentally beneficial (less waste), encourage healthy plant growth, and offer both aesthetic and financial benefits.

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## [How to Water Your Lawn \[Dos and Don'ts\]](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/how-to-water-your-lawn)

 Posted by [Nate Bahler](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/author/nate-bahler) on Jun 11, 2020 11:46:57 AM

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## **Lawn Watering Tips 101**

*Did you know that a healthy lawn can increase a property's value by up to **15-20%**. Did you know that an average sized lawn (1/3 acre) can hold over **1 million grass plants**?*

*Watering grass can seem like such a simple chore but be careful - there is plenty of room for error and plenty of nuances to be mindful of when tending for this investment of yours. *

*The goal here is always a healthy, strong, lush, green lawn. Let us help you out with a few tips from our certified experts. *

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## [Summer Lawn Care Tips - Preparing My Yard for Summer](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/summer-lawn-care-tips)

 Posted by [Brian Gerber](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/author/brian-gerber) on May 19, 2020 6:18:37 PM

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Summer can be a very stressful time of year for your lawn with threats of heat and drought. Many of you have worked hard on your lawns in spring and now it's time to maintain the work you have already done.

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 Topics: [Weeds](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/weeds), [Fertilization](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/fertilization), [Crabgrass](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/crabgrass), [Lawn Tips](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/lawn-tips), [Summer Lawn Care](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/summer-lawn-care)

## [Are Grubs Attracting Moles in Your Yard?](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/are-grubs-attracting-moles-in-your-yard)

 Posted by [Brian Gerber](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/author/brian-gerber) on May 8, 2020 2:08:48 PM

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**How Do I Know If I Have Grubs?**

*Have you ever noticed dead areas around your yard during summer? Patches of grass  that you could roll back like a freshly laid carpet of sod? If so, you are familiar with the damage that grubs can cause to a lawn.*

**Grubs can not only be a nuisance but they can attract another pests - like moles. **

*Many people have found success with using specific products and control methods but there are a few things you should know before buying or implementing a treatment program.*  

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 Topics: [Moles](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/moles), [Grubs](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/grubs), [Lawn Tips](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/lawn-tips)

## [When Should I Treat for Crabgrass?](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/when-should-i-treat-for-crabgrass)

 Posted by [Dave Schwarm](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/author/dave-schwarm) on Apr 30, 2020 5:40:59 PM

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**When is the best time to put down crabgrass control on my lawn?**

In my 30 years of lawn service industry experience, a top concern for customers has been the **timing of your 1st service****.**

Homeowners have been taught to apply pre-emergents when the Forsythias bloom in spring.  *This is just not true anymore.*

 

With research and development, pre-emergents and post emergents for crabgrass control have advanced. Below, we'll go over the recommended timing for 3 different crabgrass control products. 

 

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 Topics: [Weeds](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/weeds), [Spring Lawn Care](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/spring-lawn-care), [Crabgrass](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/crabgrass), [Lawn Tips](https://blog.greenmeadowlawncare.com/tag/lawn-tips)

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