10 Tips For a Healthy West Michigan Lawn

We are looking forward to seeing some nice green lawns around Grand Rapids this year!  Here are 10 tips for a healthy West Michigan lawn!

1. Apply pre-emergent weed control over entire lawn
2. Apply post-emergent weed control as needed
3. Fertilize lightly
4. Inspect for insects and diseases (this is the time of year they begin to be active) check early for signs of damage
5. Look for abnormalities in the lawn
6. Treat as necessary
7. Consult an expert
8. Routine Maintenance
9. Mow, trim, and adge lawn areas as needed
10. Water when needed. Both drought and over watering can create serious problems

Things are looking up for Spring Time in Grand Rapids!

Hey Grand Rapids!  Our 5 day forecast is looking great this week, temperature wise!  We are supposed to hit a high of 86 this week.

http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Grand+Rapids+MI+49546:4:US

Want to enjoy this weather outside with your family without worrying about yard work?  Call RRR Lawn today at 616-893-5765 or visit our website at www.rrrlawn.com!

Live Weather Update: Grand Rapids, MI

Hey Grand Rapids, don't be worried, we have some great weather coming up soon!

Check out the forecast HERE.

Grand Rapids Spring Lawn Care Specials from RRR Lawn & Landscape

Are you located in or around the Grand Rapids, MI area and are looking for a great price on some above par landscaping?  You've found the right place!  Visit www.rrrlawn.com to check out some of our great spring specials!

What is your favorite beach town in West Michigan?

Hey West Michigan!  We are curious to find out what your favorite beach town is.  Please fill out my survey in the LinkedIn Group Grand Rapids Great Outdoors!

Front Yard Landscaping Tips - Grand Rapids Landscaping Tip of the Day from RRR Lawn

Design for front yard landscaping ideas and plans for backyards usually have different purposes. Most front yards generally follow a purpose of accessibility and invitation. It's where we enter and leave are homes but spend very little time. So usually most of the thought process goes into creating walkways and driveways. Then the design is created around that.

Creating front yard curb appeal is a good idea for adding value, a sense of invitation, and to frame the picture of your home. But you shouldn't have to spend a lot of your budget creating landscaping ideas for most front yards. A simple functional design works best. Then, since the backyard is where most people spend most of their time, you can spend more energy and money on the back.

Grand Rapids Landscaping Tip of the Day from RRR Lawn

One of the most important parts of your home landscape is the area near the foundation of your home. The plantings around the foundation tie the home to the surrounding yard. These foundation plantings and beds are also used hide necessary but unappealing equipment such as air conditioners or power meters, and to soften the harsh areas of the exterior of your home.


Want a free landscape design estimate?  Visit www.rrrlawn.com to sign up for an appointment!