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Your Lawn’s Worst Enemies

August 20, 2018

Learn about the most common bugs that bury themselves into your grass, and how you can identify them, find them and fight them with Fairway Lawns.

3 Killer Lawn Care Mistakes | Fairway Lawns

July 20, 2018

You love your lawn. You cut it, water it and nurse it through the hot humidity that our southern locations are known for. But sometimes, that love can be too much and lead to the detriment of your lawn’s life.

How to Winterize Your Yard

November 22, 2017

It’s with tight belts and full stomachs that we realize Thanksgiving is well underway, and winter is already lurking around the corner.

Don’t Fall Behind on Lawn Care

September 27, 2017

Summer’s left town, and it’s taken mosquitoes, triple-digit weather and lawn care with it, right? Not quite. Just because the lowered temperatures may have you bundling up more indoors, doesn’t mean it’s time to neglect your lawn.

The Lawn Lover’s Father’s Day Gift Guide

June 16, 2016

If your dad stands on his lawn, arms crossed, chest puffed out ready for the neighbors to bow down to the Lawn God himself, this guide is definitely for you. If your dad considers his lawn as a source of pride, this guide is for you.

Anthracnose Disease in Your Trees

April 27, 2016

Anthracnose disease occurs on many types of ornamental trees. This disease is most common on Ash, Maple, Oak and Sycamore. Anthracnose is also called “Leaf Blight” or sometimes “Leaf Spot”.

Things to Do (and not to do) in Winter Lawn Care

January 27, 2016

Lawn care often takes a break in the winter season. Especially once snow hits the ground. You can’t mow or water your lawn while frost covers it. And all you want to do is hibernate and stay warm. But that doesn’t mean that your yard needs to go forgotten! There are things you can do (and should NOT do) to ensure it comes out on the other end of winter ready to grow lush and green in the spring. And when it does you'll be thankful you put the effort into winter lawn care.

January Spotlight: Arkansas

January 20, 2016

January's monthly spotlight is shining bright on the state of Arkansas. We are so honored to serve Arkansas as one of our 8 Fairway Lawns states. Get to know your lawn, and feel free to ask us any questions.

Grass Types: Which One Is Right For You?

November 18, 2015

If you’re a grass types novice, never fear! Fairway is here to let you know what you’re working with. It’s good to be educated on the grass types and treatments that are available to you and best for your lifestyle. There are grasses for warm seasons and cool seasons, and grasses that need lots of care and some that can grow without too much help. If you’ve recently moved or are tired of seeing brown spots, and need to know how to care for your new lawn, this is a great starter guide! We’ve bolded the ones that work best in the areas that Fairway Lawns serves.

How-To: Spot a Grub Problem

September 9, 2015

Grubs are small, white insects that live in your soil and can harm your grass by eating it and the roots. If left untreated, grubs grow to become beetles, which lay eggs that become more grubs. It’s a vicious cycle! It’s good to catch this problem early before they hatch.