One of the most satisfying parts of our job is teaching others about all the different aspects to consider when taking care of your lawn. And that’s exactly what we want to show you here, so check out our lawn care blogs below and find out something you may not have known before!
Drought Tolerant Grass for Colorado: What Works and Why Colorado homeowners face a challenge that most of the country doesn’t: trying to maintain a healthy lawn in a semi-arid climate where water is expensive, restricted, and increasingly scarce. The solution isn’t to give up on your lawn — it’s to choose the right grass. Integrated…
Fall Lawn Care Tips for Colorado Lawns Fall in Colorado brings cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and more moisture in the soil. This makes fall time an important season for lawn care. While many homeowners begin to wind down yard work in September and October, this is actually the best time to strengthen turf, repair summer…
Does Your Lawn Need Liquid Aeration this Fall? Colorado lawns face unique challenges throughout the year. Hot, dry summers often lead to compacted soils, making it harder for grass roots to breathe, absorb water, and take in essential nutrients. Fall is the perfect time to give your lawn the care it needs before winter weather…
Protect Your Home and Lawn From Unwelcome Intruders As the temperatures cool down in Colorado Springs, many homeowners look forward to crisp air, changing leaves, and cozy evenings. Unfortunately, pests also take this as a signal to find shelter and food before winter arrives. Without proper protection, they can invade your home and damage your…
Recent Updates About Roundup Weed Control There are many common store-bought weed killers available for homeowners who want to treat invasive weeds from time to time. But these weed control products can be harmful if not researched or used properly. If you’ve been using Roundup to tackle weeds in your lawn and landscape, you…
Winter Watering for Colorado Trees With the recent snowfall in Colorado Springs, it’s safe to say the winter season has begun! The snowstorm we just received provided great moisture for Colorado grasses, but homeowners may often forget how to properly care for trees during this time of year. Keeping up with winter watering for…
Fall Lawn Care Tips for New Homeowners in Colorado Springs Homeownership in Colorado Springs is a dream for many! However, owning a home comes with a lot of expected and unexpected work — including the care and maintenance it takes to ensure your lawn looks as lovely and welcoming as your new home. If this is…
Lawn Watering 101 in Colorado Springs Watering your lawn in Colorado Springs can be tricky due to the dry climate and varying temperatures. To keep your lawn looking lush and green, it’s essential to water it correctly. But how do you know if you’re doing it right? This lawn watering guide will help you understand…
How Much Does Lawn Care Cost? Achieving and maintaining a healthy lawn in Colorado requires significant time, effort, and money. While many homeowners aspire to have a lush, green lawn, it can be a challenging goal to accomplish. Choosing whether to consult a professional lawn care service or try a do-it-yourself approach is a common…
Organic Lawn Care Practices for Colorado Residents Like anywhere else, Colorado residents want thick, green, and gorgeous lawns. But Colorado is unique because residents here are also extremely concerned with being environmentally friendly, organic, and ecologically conscious. We get it — Colorado is a state teeming with natural beauty, stunning landscapes, and flourishing gardens, and…
Lawn Watering Guide for Colorado Homeowners Taking care of your lawn in Colorado can be tricky, but with the right watering tips and schedule, you can have a healthy and green lawn. Colorado Springs homeowners often wonder about the best time to water grass, and how much to water while being mindful of water use.…
The Role of Native Plants in Your Colorado Landscape There are 40 million acres of lawn across the U.S., and while our yards remove carbon dioxide from the air, they can also be covered in invasive non-native grasses and plants. Caring for those non-native plants and grasses puts an enormous strain on our carbon footprint.…
Understanding the Different Types of Colorado Grass Colorado is famous for hot springs, icy slopes, and sunshine for more than 300 days of the year. Of course, these cool and dry conditions also mean Colorado is not famous for its lush green grass — at least not without careful planning and some helpful assistance to…
Spring Aeration for Colorado Lawns As spring blooms in Colorado Springs, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and give your lawn the love and prep it needs for summer! One vital step of spring lawn care that shouldn’t be overlooked is lawn aeration. Why does your lawn need aeration? What are the benefits? And…
Our Best Colorado Lawn Care Tips for This Spring As the winter months fade away and the spring weather returns, it’s time for Colorado homeowners to get their lawns ready for the growing season. Taking care of your lawn in spring sets the stage for a lush and healthy lawn throughout the year. Here are…
How to Kill Weeds in Your Colorado Rock Beds & Xeriscaping Keeping your Colorado rock beds and xeriscape looking sharp can be a difficult task, especially when stubborn weeds decide to pop up. Rock landscapes and xeriscaping are popular choices for a low-maintenance outdoor space, but hand-pulling weeds can quickly spoil that. With the right…
When to Treat for Bark Beetles in Colorado Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado is known for stunning landscapes filled with beautiful pine forests. However, these majestic trees face a silent threat – bark beetles. Beetle populations work hard and fast, which makes protection for your trees and shrubs that much more…
How to Spot Signs of Spider Mite Damage Have you ever noticed mysterious damage to your lawn that seems to appear out of nowhere? You might be dealing with lawn mites, which are small pests that can do big damage to your lawn. These pests, known as spider mites, thrive in dry conditions, making Colorado…
Winter Lawn Care Tips for Colorado Homeowners Caring for your lawn during the winter in Colorado should always be a priority. Colorado lawns may deal with things like snow mold, winter mites, or frost damage. Knowing how to take care of your lawn during the winter months is key to having a lush and healthy…
How to Winterize a Lawn Mower As winter approaches in Colorado, it’s time to give some extra care to your trusty lawn mower. Winterizing your lawn mower may not be the first thing on your to-do list, but taking a few simple steps can help ensure that your lawn mower is in top shape when…
A Healthy Colorado Lawn: Our Year-Round Lawn Care Schedule Maintaining a healthy and vibrant lawn in Colorado might seem challenging, but with the right care throughout the year, you can achieve a lush, green yard that stands out in every season. Here’s a complete 2024 Colorado lawn care schedule to help you nurture your cool-season…
Lawn Mower Maintenance Tips During Winter Months in Colorado Winter months are a busy time with holidays right around the corner. While we prepare our cool-season lawns for Colorado’s dry winter weather, it’s important to remember your lawn equipment needs care, too! Winterizing your lawn equipment and sprinklers is crucial before harsh cold temperatures kick…
How to Prevent Winter Lawn Mite Damage in Colorado Winter in Colorado can be a beautiful time of year complete with snowy landscapes and festive lights. But it can be a difficult time of year for turfgrass, especially during dry winters. It also brings an unseen menace to our lawns: winter mites. These tiny…
How to Winterize Your Colorado Irrigation System: Our Complete Guide When winter comes to Colorado, the harsh, cold weather can be tough on your irrigation system. Freezing temperatures can cause damage to your sprinkler systems and result in costly repairs. That’s why it is so important for Colorado homeowners to winterize irrigation systems. Our complete…
Winter Watering Tips for Colorado Trees and Shrubs Winter can be a challenging time for trees and shrubs throughout Colorado’s Front Range and surrounding areas. The dry air mixed with little precipitation can leave trees and shrubs vulnerable to stress or damage. Winters don’t offer trees enough soil moisture to maintain healthy roots which is…
When to Aerate Your Lawn in Colorado Maintaining a lush, green lawn in Colorado’s climate can be a challenge. With varying weather conditions, Colorado lawn care requires a different approach than most other areas. Lawn aeration in Colorado is essential to keeping your lawn healthy throughout each season. But when is the best time to…
Does Your Colorado Lawn Need Fall Fertilization? Maintaining a beautiful lawn takes continuous lawn care maintenance and attention. For Colorado lawns, the cooler time of year is actually a great time to spend a little more time on lawn maintenance. Cool-season grasses like fescue or bluegrass enter their peak growing season during fall, making it…
How to Get Rid of Bark Beetles in Colorado Managing bark beetles in Colorado, specifically the mountain pine beetle and spruce beetle is important for protecting forests and reducing the risk of wildfires. Bark beetle infestations can wreak havoc on healthy trees and cause them to die. Bark beetle outbreaks are hard to control but…
Our Complete Guide to Xeriscaping for a Water-wise Landscape in Colorado Springs We’re diving into the wonderful world of xeriscaping, a sustainable landscaping approach that reduces the need for irrigation. Colorado’s arid climate and water challenges make xeriscaping a great choice for homeowners looking to maintain a beautiful, low-maintenance yard. What is a Xeriscape? “Xeriscaping…
Awarded a 2023 Local Favorite for Colorado Springs Lawn Care For the 2nd year in a row, Integrated Lawn Care is proud to be named on the winning list of Nextdoor’s 2023 Neighborhood Faves, the only annual awards where neighbors vote to celebrate their favorite local businesses. This year, we have been awarded a…
How to Spot Signs of Drought Stress in Your Colorado Lawn If you notice signs of concern when caring for your Colorado lawn, it could mean many different things. Discoloration in your lawn can be caused by common lawn diseases, mowing stress, or even seasonal dormancy. The combination of dry weather and rough soil conditions…
Integrated Lawn Care has been named to the winning list of Nextdoor’s 6th annual Neighborhood Favorites, an awards program recognizing local businesses committed to helping their neighborhoods thrive.
Learn about bark beetles affecting the western United States, how to identify them, how they affect trees and how to prevent bark beetle infestations.
Just like any organism trees and shrubs are susceptible to diseases and pests. Learn how to identify the most common tree infections and infestations in Colorado.
Pre-emergents are designed to prevent weed growth in your lawn this summer. Learn more about the herbicides and how to apply them safely.
What is liquid aeration and how can it benefit your lawn?
What exactly is lawn fertilizer and does my lawn really need it? We’ll answer these questions and more!
Even during winter, your grass can sustain damage from mites. Learn more about winter mite damage and how preventative lawn care can help.