Lawn care has a specific vocabulary, and understanding some of the most common terms will help you more effectively communicate with our team to understand why we take the steps that we do. Below, we’ll take a look at some key lawn care language, what it means, and where it might pop up during our residential lawn care services in the Needham, MA area.
Must-Know Terms For Residential Lawn Care In Needham
There’s a long list of lawn care terms that can be helpful to know throughout the residential lawn care process. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the many lawn care terms out there:
Pre/Post-Emergent. Our team takes a multifaceted approach to weed control, which means taking steps to fight weeds before and after they sprout up throughout your lawn’s surface. During this process, you may hear our technicians reference pre-emergent or post-emergent treatments. This set of terms simply tells you if treatments are targeting weeds still under your lawn’s surface (pre-emergent) or weeds that have already broken through your soil (post-emergent).
Thatch. There’s a layer of organic material that exists between your soil and your grass, called thatch, that can cause issues when not properly treated. Too much thatch can block sunlight and water from nourishing your lawn, leading to developmental issues and an increased risk of suffering from lawn diseases.
Scalping. Mowing your lawn has greater repercussions for your lawn’s health as a whole. Mowing your grass too short, commonly referred to as scalping, can take a heavy toll on your lawn by making it more susceptible to sun damage, weed infestations, and a long list of other problems.
pH. Your lawn’s acidity matters more to its overall health than you may think, which is why you may hear our technicians talk about it. Acidity is measured on the pH (potential hydrogen) scale, and it tells you just how acidic or alkaline a substance (like your soil) is.
Anaerobic. Oxygen is an essential resource for local lawns. Anaerobic is a term used to describe lawns that aren’t getting enough oxygen, which can be due to compacted soil or one of a long list of other issues.
Proven Lawn Care In Your Area
We offer comprehensive residential lawn care to homeowners located in these communities:
- Needham
- Metro West
- Framingham
- Newton
- Milton
- Dedham
- Braintree
- Weymouth
- Quincy
- Boston
- Hingham
- And throughout the surrounding areas
For residential lawn care solutions, Needham homeowners call on our team of experts to help. Call Lawn Doctor of Boston today to learn how we can help you transform your property, too!
