mainstreetlawn How to Prepare Trees and Shrubs for Texas Summer May 2, 2026 , Landscape Maintenance Anyone who knows Texas or has lived in it knows how brutal the summer weather can be. The scorching hot and humid summers will take a toll on plants. Because of these conditions, homeowners often don’t know what to do to help their trees...
mainstreetlawn Why Is My Irrigation Box Full of Water? (What Can I Do?) February 24, 2026 , Irrigation Have you noticed water collecting inside of the sprinkler valve boxes in your yard? Don’t worry; there are many reasons that water can collect inside valve boxes, not all of which require expensive irrigation repairs. We have listed the most common reasons...
mainstreetlawn How to Know if Shrubs Are Alive After a Freeze February 3, 2026 , Plants Once the winter freeze has passed, it’s crucial to evaluate whether your shrubs have sustained any damage from the freeze. Identifying any damage early on will either allow you a head start in rehabilitating the shrub or planning to plant new shrubs. We have...
mainstreetlawn What to Plant Under Trees Where Grass Won’t Grow? January 13, 2026 , Landscaping Trees are an essential part of our landscape. They enhance our properties by adding beauty and bring a host of practical benefits to us as well. Trees clean our air, stabilize our soil, and offer shade to our homes. In fact, trees are so important...
mainstreetlawn 8 Essential Landscaping Hand Tools Every Homeowner Needs December 24, 2025 , Landscape Maintenance Having the right tool for the job will save you time, effort, and money in the long run. With so many brands and options available for every possible landscaping job, we have provided you with a simple list below of the 8 most essential landscaping...
mainstreetlawn 4 Flowering Bulbs to Plant in Early Winter December 2, 2025 , Plants As the season shifts quickly from the crisp, cool autumn air into the biting temperature of winter, there is one final outdoor task you will want to add to your winter landscaping chores. In Texas, late fall or early winter is exactly the right time to...
mainstreetlawn Who to Call for Tree Stump Grinding? Who Removes Tree Stumps? November 11, 2025 , Trees Finding the right person to remove and grind your tree stump is crucial if you want to get it done right the first time. Who should you call for tree stump grinding? You should call a landscaping company for tree stump grinding. Read...
mainstreetlawn How to Know if I Need a French Drain? October 23, 2025 , Landscape Drainage Are you wondering whether or not you have a drainage problem in your yard and what type of drainage system is best to solve it? You might need a French drain if water pools in large areas of your yard and has no place...
mainstreetlawn 4 Zoysia Wide-Blade Grasses for Texas October 4, 2025 , Sod If you are in the market to have a new lawn installed in Texas, you have most likely heard about Zoysia grass. Zoysia is becoming a popular alternative to other warm-season grasses. Zoysia stands out as an excellent choice due to its drought tolerance, adaptability, and number of...
mainstreetlawn Should I Remove Old Mulch? June 21, 2025 , Landscape Maintenance Whether you’ve done your own landscape maintenance work for years or you’re just now learning how to install mulch in your landscape beds, you might find yourself wondering whether or not you should be removing the old mulch. The answer is typically no; just leave it in place....
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