Five Signs Your Landscape Is Being Maintained—But Not Managed

Rain Sensors: The Smart Upgrade Your Irrigation System Is Missing

Your irrigation system keeps your landscape thriving through the hot St. Louis summers. However, your irrigation system doesn't know when it rains. Without a rain sensor, your controller sticks to its predetermined schedule—watering o...

Summer Irrigation Inspections: Why Your System Needs Attention When Heat Peaks

As temperatures climb and summer arrives in full force, your irrigation system faces its biggest test of the year. While it might seem like everything is working fine, hidden issues could be costing you money, wasting wat...

There are 3 main types of damage that trees & shrubs suffer from during the winter.Once we have an understanding of the types of winter damage on trees and shrubs we will be able to better prevent them. 

How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn in St. Louis? A Season-by-Season Guide

The internet says once a week. Your neighbor does it every five days. The guy at the hardware store mows twice a month and swears his lawn looks fine. So what's actually right for a Missouri lawn?

Designing a Pet-Friendly Garden That Still Looks Beautiful

For many homeowners, the yard is as much for the pets as it is for the people. Dogs and cats spend significant time outdoors, running, resting, exploring, and playing — and the landscape should support them without sacrificing appearance or ...

You glance across the lawn and picture thicker grass, richer color, and bare spots erased. That vision is well within reach—especially during St. Louis’s fall renovation window, when cooler temperatures and warm soil make success practically built-in. With Dowco’s Fall Lawn Renovation Program, trans...

Five Signs It’s Time for Your HOA to Reevaluate Its Landscape Contract

Managing a homeowners association comes with countless responsibilities, and your landscaping provider plays a pivotal role in keeping your community beautiful, safe, and well-maintained.

But how do you know if your current vendo...

As the vibrant colors of summer fade and cooler temperatures roll into Chesterfield and the greater St. Louis area, fall becomes the most important season for caring for your landscape. The effort you invest now pays off in a greener, healthier property come spring. For homeowners, HOA boards, and c...