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Winter will soon be upon us and that means you need to protect your trees and shrubs. By nourishing them from the inside, and protecting them from pests on the outside, you’ll give them the best chance of making it to spring.

There are lots of things you can do to get your yard ready for fall, but the most important one is aeration. By having core aeration performed in fall, you’ll be doing your lawn a big favor now, through winter, and spring.

With summer drawing to a close, now’s the time to consider how to get your yard ready for autumn and subsequently winter. From dormant oil applications to moisture retention, there are several key things you should do to show your yard a little TLC this fall.

The hot summers in Tennessee can wreak havoc on your grass, and sometimes lawn diseases can rear their ugly heads. If you aren’t vigilant, these diseases could spell disaster for your lawn and all your hard work. Know the signs and spot lawn diseases before they cause too much damage. Here is a list of the most common lawn diseases in Tennesee.

The beautiful outdoors always comes with a caveat, and this summer it is going to be the mosquitoes. These little buggers will eat you alive if you let them – so follow along for the best DIY ways to keep yourself protected this season.

Well, it is that time of the year again. From now until the end of September all of our lawns are susceptible to many different turf diseases. All of these diseases are activated by weather conditions that are favorable for their development. The number one problem in fescue lawns is brown patch. (Bermuda, centipede, and… Read more »

Those cute little white caterpillars you may have seen while poking around in your garden are not actually caterpillars at all. They’re grubs, and they’ll destroy your garden and your lawn, if you don’t stop them.

What are the benefits of soil testing? What exactly does a soil test look for? In today’s blog, we’ll answer these and other common questions surrounding soil testing for lawns.

Ornamental trees and shrubs attract butterflies and provide beauty and shade long after their blooms have died off. If you’re thinking of starting a butterfly garden or adding to an existing one, consider some of these lovely fragrant florals.

Spring lawn care can make your head spin. The lawn care experts at Emerald Island Lawn Service are here to make your life easier. For the best lawn care in Knoxville call us today and get on our lawn care program for 2021.