Comprehensive Guide to Effective Yard Drainage Solutions: Protecting Your Landscape and Home Effective yard drainage solutions are essential for maintaining the health and beauty of your landscape.  Poor drainage can lead to waterlogged soil, damaged plants, and even structural issues with your home.  This comprehensive guide will explore various yard drainage solutions, from simple DIY…

Winter is Where It’s at; Did You Know? Have you ever trimmed your tees or shrubs during the fall because you thought, ‘Well the leaves have fallen and those limbs are looking a little questionable…’ You’re not the only one who thinks this way, but winter is actually the best time to start trimming according…

What Makes One Mower ‘The Best’ When searching for the best lawn mower out there, there are a few easy places to start.  The aisles at Home Depot or Lowes, or even searching their mowers for sale online, will give you endless options across a wide range of pricing.  But which is the best? With…

Simple Landscaping Ideas for Every Yard When you’re thinking about sprucing up your yard, the last thing you want is to spend a ton of money.  Plants, soil, rocks, and the people to install it all can add up quickly to a huge bill.  Add to it paying someone to coordinate and plan it all…

Let’s Start by Asking ‘What Kind of Grass?’ The type of grass makes a difference in what height you start cutting and what height you cut it to.  In our area, most homeowners have Bermuda, Saint Augustine, or Centipede, all of which require the same cutting heights for a healthy yard. As you can see…

French Drains: How Do They Work? First, French drains aren’t actually from France.  They’re named after a Massachusetts judge named Henry French.  Not that it matters, but a little history lesson never hurts. Henry French designed this drain type to deal with sub-surface water.  When water is standing above the surface, it is easier and…

Preparing Your Lawn for Winter: Where to Start When preparing your lawn for winter you want to make sure it doesn’t just survive, you want your yard to thrive through the colder months.  And more than just your grass.  Your flowerbeds, hedges, trees, and other outside plant life all need a little attention as the…

How to Keep Your Grass Alive and Healthy During the Extreme Heat of Summer The scorching summer heat can be tough on your lawn, but with the right care and attention, you can keep your grass lush and vibrant.  Surfside Lawn Care is here to guide you through the best practices to maintain a healthy…