Giroud Rebuilds Drought Stressed Lawn

Scorching heat and minimal rainfall through the summer months have left many PA lawns in horrible condition. As grass turned brown and thinned, patches of bare dirt became the perfect breeding ground for opportunistic weeds and crabgrass to invade and take over many lawns.
If more than 50-60% of your lawn is covered with weeds, crab grass or other undesirable vegetation, the best solution is to start from scratch with a complete renovation. Mike Taraborrelli, Giroud Lawn Care Manager, shows how to evaluate the condition of your lawn and the steps Giroud uses in a renovation to create a healthy, thick, green lawn.

Why Trees and Lawns Need Fertilizer

Fertilizing your trees and lawn has never been more important. Heavy rains through the growing season have washed away key nutrients from your soil. Giroud Arborist, Robert Poley explains why your trees and lawn need fertilizer while Rodney Stahl, Jr., PA Certified Applicator, demonstrates how Giroud does fertilizer treatments. Injecting Giroud's time release fertilizer now will provide steady doses of nutrients through the winter and into the growing season.

Want a Beautiful Lawn Next Spring…Start Now!

Beautiful lawns begin in the Fall. Take the following steps now for a healthy, thick, green lawn in 2010:

1. Soil Test:Comprehensive Soil Analysis (CSA): Now is the best time to identify soil problems. Giroud takes soil samples from around your lawn for testing by a nationally recognized Agronomic Lab. Based on the test results, your Giroud Technician custom blends your Fall fertilizer treatments and determines if other actions are required.
2. Lawn Treatments (including Fertilization): Our special fall formula or CSA Custom Blend helps your lawn establish strong root systems and prepare for winter stress and spring growth. If you don’t already have our Annual Lawn Program, ask about our Fall Treatment package.
3. Core Aeration: Every lawn can benefit from aeration. Aeration breaks through dense patches of thatch and fractures compacted soil. It stimulates healthy growth, gives your lawn’s roots immediate access to fertilizer, lime and other amendments and accelerates seed germination and growth. It is a must for any lawn that is being seeded.

Giroud Evaluates Lawn Health

Learn how Giroud evaluates lawn health. ISA Certified Arborist, Mike Taraborrelli, explains the steps to develop a lawn care program that produces a healthy, thick, green lawn.

Winning the War Against Weeds!

Weeds, including crabgrass (pictured right) and nutsedge, are actively growing in lawns and garden beds.

The best defense against weeds in your lawn is a healthy, thick lawn that leaves little room for weeds to grow. If weed control is necessary, use Sedgehammer or Drive herbicides. Always follow the label and use caution when applying herbicides. If your herbicides contains dicamba, do not use it near trees or shrubs. Never use Round-Up in lawns unless you're doing a complete reseeding.

Weeds in beds may be treated with a non-selective herbicide such as Round-Up. The herbicide will break down into harmless components in the soil . Take care not to let this product come in contact desirable plants.

Rainy Spring Perfect for Fungus

Tree and lawn alert! The past two months of rain and cool temperatures have created the perfect breeding grounds for fungus.

Practically any tree can get fungus. Crabapples, Dogwoods, Ash, Sycamores and Pines are most susceptible. Discolored leaves, leaf loss and trunk or root rot are primary symptoms. (Pictured right: Dogwood leaf infected with Anthracnose)

Your lawn is also vulnerable. Excessive rain has promoted fungal diseases such as Red Thread, Pink Patch and Dollar Spot. Pink or brown patches of grass are a warning sign. (Pictured left: Lawn infected with Red Thread fungus)

Fungus diseases have a tendency to spread quickly so early detection is key. If you suspect your trees or lawn have a fungus, please call us to schedule an inspection.

How to get a healthy, green lawn

Sign up for Giroud Lawn Care Today!

Now the trust, integrity and quality that you count on for your trees is available for your lawn.

Beginning this Spring, Giroud is offering a lawn care program to keep your lawn green and healthy. Giroud Lawn Care includes:

• Free evaluation
  
• Fertilizer Treatments
• Insect and Disease Control
• Weed Control
• Seeding
• Aeration

Choose Giroud and Save $25! Call our office today at 215-682-7704 to schedule a free evaluation and ask how to save $25 on our Annual Lawn Care Program.