A simple drive through any part of Austin will prove a couple things. First, the people are refreshingly weird. Second, the aroma of food trucks is positively delectable. And third, Austin homeowners care about their lawns. In fact, some of the best landscaping we’ve seen in the country has been […]
Author: Alex Birkett
6 Common Weeds In The DC Area
A while back, we put together an article about the common grass types in DC. While it’s very important to know which type of grass you have so you can treat it in the proper way, it is equally as important to have some knowledge about common weeds in the […]
The Story Behind Super Bowl Grass
When it comes to a sophisticated lawn care game, professional sports takes the cake. Which makes sense, really – the grass used on during the Super Bowl will be viewed by roughly 111 million people. Every detail in the Super Bowl is painstakingly crafted, grass included. So, how is the […]
How to Identify Austin Grass Types
When it comes to landscaping in Austin, lawn care is a centerpiece. No one said it was easy to have a beautiful lawn, but a little bit of knowledge and work ethic can go a long way. First thing is first, though: which type of grass should you plant? We […]
One Man and a Truck: Sole Proprietors in the Lawn Care Industry
You’d be surprised how many lawn care companies are simply one man and a truck. Of course, the goal is that they will scale their business and eventually employee a number of workers. But the reality is, the lawn care industry is largely fragmented into small, one-man (or woman) operations. […]
7 of the Coolest Landscape Designs in Washington, D.C.
Though our primary concern is with lawn mowing and outdoor home maintenance, we’re equally fascinated with the world of landscaping. Now, there are a ton of great landscapers in the area — a simple drive through any neighborhood here will tell you that. But we wanted to highlight some of […]
What Is Organic Fertilizer?
It’s not secret that fertilizer is key to a great lawn. It feeds soil the essential nutrients and balances out its chemicals in order to maximize its health and looks. Experts recommend that you fertilize 4-8 times per year, depending on your grass type. But there are many choices to […]
How to Identify Northern Virginia Grass Types
Everyone wants a great lawn, but it’s actually fairly difficult to get there. There’s quite a bit of ‘industry knowledge’ to soak up, but if you unlock even a little bit of it you’ll be better off than most DIY landscapers. First thing’s first: what type of grass do you (and […]
A Guide To Specialty Landscaping Services
Though we mainly deal with lawn maintenance at LawnStarter, we occasionally get requests for specialty services. This makes sense – while good lawn maintenance will make your lawn look great, the right specialty services will make your lawn look immaculate. Today, I wanted to outline some of the most impactful […]
Some Pretty Awesome Facts About Trees (Infographic)
Trees are pretty neat. In our line of work, we not only take pride in our lawn care in Austin, Orlando, and DC, but we also see our share of tree work as well. They’re sturdy, functional, help us breathe, and improve our lives in a variety of ways. Because […]