The Ground Source Blog

Posted by Joe Mouad on May 28, 2024 9:45:00 AM

From Farm to Yard: Benefits of Direct Sod Delivery in Central Florida

Your grass isn’t great, and it’s starting to get on your nerves.

Maybe you’ve been putting off getting a new sod lawn because it’s a whole big thing.

Actually, it’s not a whole big thing. You can arrange fresh sod delivery and installation right from your phone. It’s almost as easy as ordering tacos from your favorite restaurant, or shoes online.

Posted by Joe Mouad on May 21, 2024 10:00:00 AM

How Much Watering is Required for Native Tropical Plants in Central Florida?

Too bad we’re not answering an easier question, like “Do aliens exist?”

When it comes to irrigation for plants, Florida is tricky.

There are dry spells, and really rainy periods. The soil here is sandy, which means water easily drains right through it. Unless you live in a newer housing development where builders brought in a ton of clay to build up the area. Then your soil is thick and sticky.

Different plants here have different water needs, too.

Posted by Joe Mouad on Apr 19, 2024 12:11:00 PM

How to Take Care of New Sod: Watering, Fertilizing, & Potential Problems

Your new sod lawn is installed, and your Florida yard has never looked better. 

But before you start sending out invitations to that backyard barbecue, be sure you know how to care for your beautiful new lawn for the first few weeks.

After all, you just made a big investment, and you have big plans for your impressive new yard. You need to know how to keep your sod alive.

Posted by Joe Mouad on Apr 18, 2024 10:59:00 AM

Selling Your Home? 5 Landscaping Projects to Boost Curb Appeal & Resale Value

There’s kind of a dilemma when you’re planning to sell your house, and we’re not talking about how to hide that spot where your dog ate half the windowsill.

You know landscaping and home value are connected, but you don’t want to invest a ton of money in a house you’re leaving. At the same time, you know your home will sell faster and for a better price if it has impressive curb appeal.

When you’re landscaping for curb appeal, what projects are your best bets?

Posted by Joe Mouad on Mar 21, 2024 10:39:00 AM

7 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Artificial Turf (& Alternatives for Your Lawn)

If you have an artificial turf lawn, have you looked at it closely lately?

You’re probably too busy deep sea fishing or taking tango lessons or doing all the fun stuff a homeowner can do when they don’t have to mow, weed or fertilize their lawn. Lucky.

But if you’ve had your easy care lawn for a while, take a close look. Your artificial turf’s lifespan isn’t forever.