Big League Lawns Blog

Summer is officially here and with it comes mornings enjoying coffee on our back porch and afternoons at the grill, maybe watching the kids play in the sprinklers or enjoying the burst of color from your garden. Simply put, this season is a fantastic season to spend outdoors and to enjoy the beauty of one's yard. But a beautiful yard doesn't just happen. Beautiful lawns and gardens require care and maintenance.

How do I get green grass, you lament, promising this year you'll figure out what makes the grass green and create the lawn of your dreams. There's just something about a stunning green lawn that makes you feel alive and inspired. But unlike parts of the big, beautiful USA where homeowners can just throw out some seeds and watch it grow, in Utah, we have to work for our little patch of green that takes us back to summers spent at the ballpark.

Some might see snow as the biggest problem when it comes to winter but when it comes to the upkeep of your property, it’s not actually the snow that is the biggest problem. The bigger problem is what happens after the snow melts.

In light of recent ongoing events, Big League Lawns is doing all we can to ensure the safety and wellness of our customers and staff - while continuing to serve you. To protect everyone from any unnecessary risk of exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19), we're actively doing the following: Our teams are checked daily for signs of illness to be sure they are well before they perform services for clients. Our team practices social distancing and implements extra hand washing and sanitizers. When we come to your home to provide service, we'll knock on your door and step back for social…

Lawns across Utah are under siege from a challenging disease that is spreading across the state. Known as necrotic ring spot, this fungus requires professional diagnosis and quick action in order to stem its growth. Learn more about necrotic ring spot and how to treat it.

When it comes to having a beautiful lawn, weeds are the bane of every homeowner. Weeds detract from the appearance of your lawn. Weeds compete with your grass — robbing it of nutrients, water, and space. To have the lawn of your dreams and one that is the envy of the neighborhood, you need to determine the types of lawn weeds you have so that you can find the best strategy to wipe them out. 13 Types of Common Lawn Weeds Although some weeds have attractive foliage and beautiful blooms, and many are even edible, they don’t belong in your…

There are two kinds of homeowners: People with lush green lawns and those who envy them. Caring for lawns is both an art and a science. It takes time to understand how to properly maintain a perfectly manicured lawn. In addition, local conditions can create unique problems with weed and pest control. If you are frustrated by your lawn, here are five mistakes you could be making 1) Cutting Too Aggressively If the grass is growing quickly, it may be tempting to cut it very short. However, removing more than the top 1/3 of the grass can damage the plants.…

Wondering how you can grow and maintain a lush lawn? There are several steps that you can follow in order to keep your grass looking beautiful and healthy. Getting the lawn of your dreams will require that you adopt a routine to keep grass healthy and address any threats in good time. Here are a few tips to help you have the best lawn in your neighborhood. Aerate Your Soil Aerating the soil plays a crucial role in helping to keep your lawn looking great and healthy. By creating holes in the soil to loosen the particles, you will ensure…