Swingle Lawn Care Tips As the weather becomes more seasonal, now is the time to start your spring lawn care preparation. Did you know that grasses are divided into two groups? Cool season and warm season. Kentucky bluegrass, fescue, ryegrass, and bentgrass are all examples of cool-season grasses that make up most of the lawns…
Read MoreAt Swingle, we take pride in providing our customers with the latest information on issues plaguing your Colorado landscape. Today’s issue concerns your lawn. February 2017 was one of the warmest and driest on record. Dry Lawns Due to Warm Winter Weather The unseasonably warm temperatures, combined with a lack of moisture, can lead to desiccation…
Read MoreMark your calendars – the first day of spring is March 20th! In preparation, Swingle, the lawn care experts in Denver want to share these 3 early spring lawn care tips to ensure that you’ll have a healthy lawn when the season begins. 3 Early Spring Lawn Care Tips Tip #1: Rake your lawn to protect…
Read MoreLawn mite damage usually coincides with dry winter and/or spring months from December through May. Areas of your lawn will be brown and straw-like in appearance when mites are present. Unfortunately, these areas will not be visible until your lawn comes out of dormancy in early spring. Damage can be nothing more than thinning, which…
Read MoreEmerald ash borer (EAB) is considered the most destructive forest pest ever seen in North America. It is responsible for killing more than 50 million ash trees in 29 states. Across the front range of Colorado, 1 out of 6 trees are at risk. To help keep you informed, Swingle is sharing EAB symptoms and…
Read MoreTrees and shrubs need supplemental nutrients in order to maintain their beauty and health as they grow in Colorado. The nutrients trees and shrubs need changes as they mature. Swingle, the Colorado tree service experts since 1947, recommend the treatments below for each stage of a tree or shrub’s life. The Three Stages of Tree…
Read MoreIt’s hard to believe 2017 is here. Each year, we find ourselves challenged by a new, different, or even existing pest in our landscape. To help you prepare for the new year, Swingle is sharing their annual pest predictions so you know what to look for in 2017. Pest Predictions for 2017 Emerald ash borer We predicted that Emerald…
Read MoreCan you believe it’s a new year? 2016 featured a wide range of landscape problems from emerald ash borer to pine wilt. Let’s take a look at Swingle’s top 5 stories of 2016. Swingle’s Top 5 Stories of 2016 1) Emerald Ash Borer Detected in Longmont Emerald ash borer (EAB) was detected in Longmont, CO, on…
Read MoreMost of us already know about the eco-friendly benefits of LED holiday lighting (they use up to 75% less energy than traditional incandescent lights). But what about all the other holiday items you buy? According to the CDC, Americans throw away about 25% more trash between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. Now is a great time to think about…
Read More‘Tis the season for giving, and there’s nothing more rewarding than donating to charitable organizations that families and individuals in more ways than we can ever imagine. Swingle proudly and actively supports many charitable organizations by installing holiday lighting and providing services and contributions throughout the year. We encourage you to explore their impact on…
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