Maybe you’ve done everything right in terms of watering and mowing your lawn, but it still has problems. It could be that you notice patches of dead turf or yellowing. Something isn’t right. Consider that insect pests may be preventing you from enjoying the healthy, green yard you work so hard to achieve. It happens […]
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Is your yard missing that WOW factor? Consider adding a Bismarck palm. Native to Madagascar, the Bismarck palm (Bismarckia nobilis) is arguably the most impressive, as well as the most widely used palm tree in Florida homes landscaping. With a stout trunk, a symmetrical crown, and silver-green leaves, the Bismarck palm is captivating and elegant. […]
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Are you in the job market? Slug-A-Bug is looking to fill positions in both the field and the office. Consider becoming part of our outstanding team. Premier pest control company We’ve been a pest-control leader in Brevard County since 1982, winning Florida Today’s Best of the Best designations and Hometown News Readers’ Choice awards, year […]
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By Jackie Lum Slug-A-Bug president Steve Lum has hit an impressive milestone this month: 35 years with Brevard County’s top pest-control company. Steve is nothing short of an American success story. I should know, I married him. He started life very poor, the oldest of four boys in the projects of Harlem. Steve’s father had […]
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Mowing plays an important role in the overall appearance and health of your lawn. Next to insufficient watering, improper mowing is one of the biggest factors in turf decline. Here are some helpful things you can do to ensure you’re getting the most out of your lawn: Keep blades sharp. Dull blades shred the grass […]
Read MoreIt’s aggravating to look at your lawn to see a species of grass you didn’t put there. Wild grass seeds are abundant in Florida soils. Often brought in during construction when the soil is bare, the seeds eventually emerge when conditions are right for germination. The two most common wild grasses in Florida are crabgrass […]
Read MoreYou want your grass to look great, but hot summer lawn care in Florida can be complex at best. Between dealing with the heat and humidity of this season, you may be struggling to make sure your curb appeal is nothing short of amazing. Need a bit of help? These tips could be just what […]
Read MoreSpring is coming soon, and that can mean only one thing. It’s time to focus on your lawn and weed care needs. Think it’s too early? Think again. Weeds are highly competitive, and they grow fast. If they exist on your lawn, that means they’re stealing the space and nutrients your grass needs to grow […]
Read MoreChinch bugs can seriously damage lawns. The small bugs can be grayish-black, or a pale brownish-red. They feed on the stems of grass, but their tiny size makes them difficult to identify. This means that the damage is often mistaken for a drought, or even frost. If you notice your lawn progressively fading and becoming […]
Read MoreWatering: Proper irrigation coverage is essential to maintaining a healthy lawn. Did you know that water makes up 70-80% of the weight of grass blades? This is why water is so important and more importantly that it’s done right. Things like too much water or not enough can have drastic effects on the appearance and […]
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