F.A.Q
What are some common turf damaging insects or pests in Michigan lawns?
Ants, Army Worms, Ataenius, Bill Bugs, Chinch Bugs, Cranefly, Cutworms, Earthworms, Grubs (European Chafer, Japanese Beetle, Masked Chafer, May or June Beetle), Moles, Sod Webworm and Vertebrates such as Racoons and Skunks.
What are some common lawn diseases that can affect my lawn?
Bacterial Wilt, Brown Patch, Crown Rot Anthracnose, Dollar Spot, Fairy Ring, Foliar Anthracnose, Gray Leaf Spot, Gray snow mold, Leaf Spot, Melting Out, Microdochium Patch, Necrotic Ring Spot, Powdery Mildew, Pythium Blight, Red Thread, Rust, Slime Mold, Smut, Summer Patch, Take-all Patch, Waitea Patch and Yellow Patch are all common diseases in Michigan lawns. If you think you may be experiencing any of the diseases listed, please call Back To Nature right away to schedule a free service call. We’ll send someone out to investigate the problem, confirm the cause/issue and come up with a solution for you.
How can I tell if my lawn needs to be aerated?
Heavy, foot, paw, and tire traffic can quickly take a toll on any lawn, resulting in heavy turf compaction and thatch buildup. Eventually, the condensed soil can impede root growth, preventing the grass from developing the deep root system needed to thrive in extreme weather conditions and drought periods. Some telltale indicators of compacted grounds include: Stretches of clay soil, Dead grass-Soft/spongy lawn spots, Stunted plant growth, Shallow vegetation rooting, Water run-off. If you are experiencing any of those indicators, please contact us to schedule a core aeration today.
What are the benefits of Core Aeration?
Back To Nature’s seasonal core aeration services can help you maintain a robust, vibrant, healthy lawn. Our aeration process removes soil plugs, depositing them on the turf and allowing them to organically decompose for enhanced physical structure and better overall growing medium. Aerations can be completed in either the spring, or fall, however, we do recommend a fall aeration for optimal results. Our aeration process offers several essential benefits, such as: Minimized thatch accumulation, Reduced soil compaction, Thicker, greener, and more lush lawn.
Does Back To Nature offer Liquid Aeration services?
At Back To Nature, we recognize that every yard has its own distinctive care needs (Underground dog fence, shallow irrigation lines, etc). That’s why, in addition to our core aeration services, we offer liquid aeration treatments. Liquid Aeration contains a highly effective soil penetrant that breaks apart compacted dirt and clay particles, creating “space” in the soil that accelerates distribution of vital nutrients, water, and oxygen to the root systems. Back to Nature’s liquid aeration benefits include: Promote beneficial microbes, Trigger root growth, Balance soil composition, Introduce vital humus-building microbes to turf. When completed annually, Liquid Aeration relieves compaction, introduces essential trace elements, generates rich living soil; perfect for planting and growing.
Should I Overseed my lawn?
Love your healthy and strong lawn, but wish it were a bit thicker? Back To Nature’s Overseeding services can help. We use premium-quality seed products to revitalize the texture of your grass for thick, ballpark-quality turf you’ll love showing off to friends and neighbors. Combine Overseeding with our Core Aeration service for the best possible results with maximum seed-to-soil contact! *If the lawn is severely damaged, an Overseeding may not be enough and a Renovation may be recommended. Our lawn care experts can help determine the best plan for your specific lawn.
What should I do if my lawn has lots of bare or thin areas and is in really bad shape?
At Back to Nature, we know that sometimes, standard Overseeding isn’t enough to restore your lawn, after it’s suffered long-term impairment. Over time, insects, harsh weather, and/or disease can cause permanent damage that prohibits new, healthy growth. Back to Nature’s Lawn Renovation service can restore, repair, and revitalize your turf. A Lawn Renovation includes the following: Double-pass Core Aeration and Overseeding of the entire lawn, as well as Slit Seeding all of the bare/damaged areas. The Slit Seeder slice grooves into the ground and deposits the seed into the soil, for maximum seed-to-soil contact!
Does Back To Nature offer an Organic Fertilizer option?
Yes, we do offer an organic fertilizer option, in addition to our standard fertilizer treatments. Our organic fertilizer treatment Is an all-natural, slow-release, non-burning organic fertilizer blend containing humates, carbohydrates, endo- and ecto-mycorrhizae and trace minerals, providing a rich soil environment for strong, healthy plants that are less susceptible to environmental and disease pressures. *Please keep in mind we do not offer an organic herbicide or pesticide treatments, both of which are optional if you go with the Organic fertilizer treatments.