Getting Even - How To Top Dress Your Lawn

Dips and grooves belong in the dance clubs - not your lawn! This unevenness causes improper mowing; when the wheel of the mower runs through the dip, it scalps part of the turf! How can you repair these dips, grooves and ruts? Keep reading for tips of doing it yourself!

Step 1:
Purchase sand, soil, or a mixture of both from your local landscape supply or home improvement store. You want enough to fill each groove in your lawn about 1/2" deep.

Step 2:
Mix even amounts of the sand and soil (if you bought both) and apply about 1/2" thick in each low area. You want to make sure the tips of the grass are visible after application.

Step 3:
Repeat this process as the grass begins to grow in the added soil. This process takes some time, but the result is a smooth, scalp-free lawn!

Option:
Filling a groove until it is even with the surrounding turf can be done, but the grass will take longer to grow over the patched area.

Note: Top Dressing is for summer turfs, like Bermuda and Zoysia.

Still not sure? Lawn too big to do it yourself? Give us a call, and we'll help! 770.427.0524

Tips on Planning a Pool Install

Even though its still a bit chilly outside, now is the perfect time to begin planning the pool of your dreams! Since the planning and installation takes a minimum of 6 weeks, in order to have your pool prepared for the hot summer months, begin your planning in late winter/early spring.

So, how do you begin?

Begin with a Pool and Landscape Design
White Oak Landscape, along with Christian Esmé of Watters & Associates, can visit your home for a Pool and Landscape design consultation. Who is Christian? He's been designing and installing pools for 19 years, and focuses on quality and service. He combines Eco-Friendly products and creative designs and techniques to produce the backyard oasis you've been dreaming of!

Its helpful to have some ideas of what you are interested in; cut pictures from a magazine, collect pool and landscape books from the local bookstore, or visit White Oak's project page for landscaping ideas, and Watters & Associates portfolio for pool ideas.

Some things to consider for pool design:

1. What is the primary use for this pool? Exercise (lap pool)? Entertaining (Spas, Waterfalls, etc)? Recreation (Children, Slides, etc).
2. What is the access like for the pool site? Will there be decking or patio needs?
3. Is there an interest to develop screening around the pool?

Installation Begins!
In our line of work, the Hardscaping is best completed first, followed by the plant materials. Therefore, the pool construction will start and finish before any trees or shrubs are installed. This is yet another reason to plan EARLY, since cooler months are better for plant installation.

Time for a Swim!
Not long after completion, your pool is ready for use!! Light the tiki torches, crank up the island music and slather on the sunscreen and enjoy the summer!!

Don't Forget to Maintain!
White Oak Landscape can provide the year-round maintenance for the landscape, and Watters & Associates can provide the year-round maintenance for your pool to maintain your investment.

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For more Pool Installation Information, Call Christian Esmé at 706.234.5482