What is the 1 3 rule in mowing?
The 1 3 rule in mowing is only mowing off the top 1/3 of the grass blade. This is the best way to maintain a healthy, weed free yard. Always leaving 2/3 of the blade intact promotes deeper roots, helps avoid lawn stress and helps to keep away weeds.
What is a reasonable price for mowing a lawn?
There are many factors that go into what a reasonable price for mowing your lawn would be. Some of these factors include… The size of your lawn How many obstacles are in the way that either need to be moved or edged around How often your lawn needs to be mowed What location you live […]
What actually kills weeds permanently?
There is not one way to kill all weeds permanently. Depending on the type of weed, they need to be treated in different ways. From broadleaf weeds to grassy weeds to perennial versus annual weeds, they all need different herbicides and methods. The best thing to do is have a professional identify exactly what weed […]
How much should I pay for weed removal?
There are many factors that go into determining the cost of weed removal. Some of those factors are… The type of weeds your lawn is infected with. How large the weed infestation area is. How many treatments it takes to get rid of the weeds. The location you live in. The best way to determine […]
Is October too late to spray for weeds?
This question depends on where you live. You do not want to spray for weeds too early or too late in the year. However, we are a Minnesota based company and October is not too late to spray for weeds in MN. Between mid-September and late October, it is one of the best times to […]
Is it worth it to hire a lawn service for fertilizer?
Fertilizing is one of the most important things you can do for your lawn. Applying the right kind of fertilizer at the correct time of year ensures your grass and soil gets the nutrients it needs to grow properly and maintain that healthy lush green appearance. By hiring professionals you get the use of their […]
How much does it cost to have someone fertilize your lawn?
The cost of having a company fertilize your yard depends on many different factors. The size of your yard The condition of your yard How many applications your yard requires The location you live in The best suggestion is to find a lawn company in your area who offers a free quote and ask them […]
What do professionals use for mosquito control?
At Northern Roots we use a top-notch application that blankets your home, yard, and landscaping. Our valuable solution wipes out mosquitoes on the spot and keeps them at bay for up to 21 days! Our product doesn’t just tackle mosquitoes; it also knocks out other bothersome and disease-carrying pests like fleas, ticks, and certain flies. […]
What smells do mosquitos hate?
Mosquitoes tend to dislike natural scents and strong scents. Some of the most common scents known to help repel mosquitoes are… Lavender Peppermint Oil Citronella Basil Rosemary Lemongrass Cedar Garlic
Is it worth getting your yard sprayed for mosquitos?
It is absolutely worth getting your yard sprayed for mosquitoes especially if you are not able to sit in your yard without being eaten alive by the pesky mosquitoes! Some of the top reasons why you should look into having your yard sprayed for mosquitoes… Hiring a company like Northern Roots who has experience with […]