Grow Beyond Blog

Many customers notice mushrooms in their lawn after periods of rain or humidity and wonder if they’re harmful to their grass. The common concern is, “Mushrooms are a fungus—this can’t be good for my lawn!” In reality, having mushrooms is not harmful. Mushrooms are a sign that your soil contains organic material, which is a great start! Mushrooms help break down that organic material and leave your soil more fertile, contributing to a vibrant lawn.

Despite our hot, dry summer, August's Lawn of the Month Winners look absolutely stunning! As aeration and seeding season continues, please send in photos of your lawn as it sprouts new growth. Seeing your lawns is a true joy for the entire Virginia Green Team. Thank you!

September brought with it cooler weather and more frequent rain showers—perfect timing, as core aeration and seeding season is in full swing. Our crews have been out for a couple of weeks now, double core aerating and seeding with our proprietary blend of Virginia Green seed.

Summer heat can be tough on lawns, especially cool-season grasses like Fescue, which thrive in moderate temperatures.

August is upon us, bringing cooler days and the promise of a thriving lawn. As we transition from the heat of July, it’s the perfect time to prepare your lawn for fall.

Aeration and seeding season is starting soon and Virginia Green associates are ready to get rolling. This essential service helps repair summer damage and improves soil health by enhancing water and oxygen flow to the roots. Our proprietary, Gold Tag blend of Tall Fescue and Kentucky Bluegrass seed ensures the best start for your lawn.

A lush, green lawn is the pride of any homeowner, but achieving and maintaining that vibrant color isn't just about regular mowing and watering. One often overlooked factor that can significantly affect the health of your lawn is the acidity of your soil. If your soil's pH level is out of balance, it can lead to a host of problems, including poor grass growth, increased weed presence, and susceptibility to pests. In the eastern United States, where rain-prone climates are common, soil acidity is a prevalent issue.

July broke heat records across the state, but the July Lawn of the Month winners didn't sweat the heat one bit! It was very difficult selecting this round of winners given the amazing submissions we received! Please continue to submit photos of your lawns – we love seeing the Virginia Green difference and hearing your story! 

July has arrived, alongside high heat and humidity, marking a dramatic change from our cool spring weather. We’re finally getting a reprieve from the dry spell with seasonal rainstorms, helping irrigation. However, they can also contribute to turf-damaging lawn diseases.

The start of summer has been extremely warm with prolonged dry periods, but the June Lawns of the Month are cooler than ever! It was hard to pick these winners with how many beautiful entries we received! Please continue to submit photos of your lawns – we love seeing Your Great Outdoors! 

After a productive spring for local lawns, June has arrived bringing hot summer weather along with much drier conditions. A lack of regular rainfall and more humidity can be hard on Tall Fescue lawns. Fescue is a drought tolerant grass, but try to water your lawn if possible 2-3 times a week, supplying 1.5 to 2 inches of water. Also, lawn diseases development increases dramatically this time of year with higher humidity, although the following steps can help alleviate some emerging issues: