Raking leaves is an important lawn maintenance practice that is often done without much care. This couldn’t be more wrong. The best way to rake leaves involves a measure of diligence and care that’s too regularly disregarded. It is that…
With Fathers day just around the corner, I thought it would be a great opportunity to share some thoughts from the founder of Dr. Green and my Dad, Lou Van Haastrecht. Since I was a young kid I have always…
As an animal lover and lawn care professional, I always ensure that our methods are effective as well as safe for our furry family members. My dog, Tegan often comes out on the road with me to help identify any…
Nothing ruins a pleasant evening in your lawn like the buzz of mosquitoes in your ear, harassing you at every moment. It doesn’t have to be that way. Getting rid of mosquitoes in your yard is pivotal to lawn care…
What is Corn Gluten? Corn Gluten is a biproduct of the process of milling corn. As corn is a primary ingredient in hog feed but has been refined and developed as an organic crabgrass and weed suppressant. With our struggles…
Seed and feed is a unique product available that can significantly help supplement your lawn care procedures to achieve the thick, healthy lawn we all strive for. Although most people assume that all seedings are alike, this article will breakdown…
Mother nature is always a challenge when it comes to your lawn. Sometimes we can face unexpected rain or snow after we begin our spring fertilization. It is impossible to predict the weather. Dr. Green will do our best to…
Introduction You may ask yourself, what is the crown of the grass and how can I make sure I protect it? Without getting too technical, grass has many different components. The main three are as follows: The Blade: the part…
When you think of lawn care, you probably think of the warmer months. But maintaining your lawn is a year-long endeavor that doesn’t stop when the weather gets cold. In fact, Autumn and Winter lawn care can help you grow…
Dr. Green has been a responsible member of the community for 40 great years and we understand the importance of environmental stewardship. We are very proud to be members of the green industry because we get make homeowners happy while…
