Month: November 2019

Catch, rake or leave it?

Written by Active Turf Supplies on November 12, 2019. Posted in Lawn Care, Lawn Mowing.

To catch or not to catch? Grass clippings that is. Should you catch, rake or leave your grass clippings when mowing your lawn?

There is no definitive yes or no answer to this, as a combination of both is required for most lawns.

African Black Beetle

Written by Active Turf Supplies on November 5, 2019. Posted in Common Lawn Problems, Lawn Grubs and Pests.

Scientific name: Heteronychus arator

Black beetles can be a common sight in and around your lawn. They are a natural part of the ecosystem and play an important role. We sometimes hear from people who have noticed them in their lawn and are concerned that they may be damaging their grass.

Here’s what you need to know…