Lawn care has its own language, and being familiar with this language can make it easier for you to understand your lawn’s needs, how we diagnose it, and the steps we take to keep it healthy. Below, we’ll go through some of the essential terms to know, what they mean, and how they fit into our residential lawn care in the Milton, DE area. We’ll also take a look at how our team brings top-notch results to our neighboring homeowners with our proven approach to service.
Four Essential Lawn Care Terms
There’s a long list of unique terms that are used relating to residential lawn care. Here’s a closer look at some of the most common of these terms:
Scalping. Our team doesn’t offer lawn mowing services, but that’s not to say we can’t help you get the job done right. When we’re giving you tips on effective mowing, you may hear us mention the term scalping. This term refers to mowing your grass too short, which can take a heavy toll on your lawn’s overall health by making it more susceptible to sun damage, weed infestations, and lawn diseases.
Aeration. Compacted soil is a common problem, and it damages your lawn’s health by preventing the essential circulation of nutrients and water. Aeration refers to the act of breaking apart compacted soil, which can either be done with machinery or through manual aeration with handheld tools.
Anaerobic. Your lawn needs oxygen to stay healthy and growing from season to season. Anaerobic means “without oxygen,” and is used to describe lawns that, for one reason or another, aren’t getting enough oxygen to their root systems.
Pre- & post-emergent. Our team utilizes comprehensive weed control services to keep your yard protected from these invasive plants. When we’re planning and applying these treatments, you might hear us mention pre-emergent or post-emergent treatments, which just describes whether the weeds we’re targeting have broken up through your lawn’s surface or are still underground.
Our Residential Lawn Care in Milton
At Lawn Doctor of Sussex County, we’ll be right next to you throughout the entire treatment process to adjust treatments, plan for seasonal changes, and answer terminology-related questions. Ready to get started?
We offer proven residential lawn care to our neighbors in these areas:
- Milton
- Lewes
- Millsboro
- And throughout the surrounding communities
Milton homeowners seek our help with residential lawn care services. Call us today to learn what we can do for your lawn!
