Blumenthal: Rate of detection for Lyme disease in ticks increased
Sen. Richard Blumenthal is warning residents to avoid ticks at all costs due to the painful diseases that they can carry, including Lyme disease. “The season for Lyme is expanding,…
Tick Season is Already Here
With the warm weather seasons moving in, state health officials are reminding residents to protect against ticks. Ticks are back and can be picked up at places like parks, gardening…
Summer is here! Please pay attention to your turfgrass!
Based off the weather forecast for the next 10 days, we are in for some warm weather. This is great for cookouts and outdoor activities and it’s certainly welcome based…
Not Your Lawns Best Friend
If you’re a dog owner, chances are that your lawn has suffered the consequences of house training. Dog urine can be caustic to lawns due to it’s high nitrogen content,…
How much water does my lawn need?
Your lawn needs 1 to 1-1/2″ (3-4cm) of water weekly. Mother nature provides water, but she sometimes needs help. To determine the need for supplemental water, look for these telltale…
What risk do my children and pets face after a weed control product has been applied?
Please follow your Red Carpet Turf Professional’s written instructions and remain off a treated lawn until it has dried or as an extra precaution, for 24 hours. This will reduce…
When should I cut the grass?
Your lawn should be kept 2.5 to 3 inches (6-8 cm) long. Mowing height should be increased during the hot, dry summer. In most areas, the grass will grow more…