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There are over 7,000 different species of Gramineae, the botanical family that ornamental grasses are found in. Ornamental grasses are a bit remarkable in the garden because they don’t have pretty flowers to use as a reproduction tool. Instead, they rely on the wind to blow their pollen into the air...

The Chadwick Family in Pine Creek Subdivision, Chesterfield enjoys hanging out by the pool on warm summer days. Dowco has given them this ability because they don't have to worry about yard work!

If you plan to aerate and overseed with Dowco this year, please keep reading! 

We answer the most frequently asked questions regarding fall aeration and overseeding.

Are you ready to sell your home? Did you know that having an attractive and well-maintained landscape can add up to 10% value of your home?

Here are some benefits of landscaping when selling your home.

Normal wear and tear on your lawn throughout the season causes stress to the turf. This fall, it is important to aerate and overseed your turf for a thick, lush lawn next year!

Are you looking for some red, white and blue flowers for the July 4th Holiday? Look no further!

In July, rainfall becomes scarce and the plants in your landscape will do their best to conserve energy and slow down growth. Many times during July we’re busy celebrating summer and often go out of town. Be sure to give your plants the special attention they need this month.

Mark & Joan Lewen have been loyal Dowco clients since April 1994. In those 20 years, they've seen Dowco mature into a full service company while still maintaining a personal touch. Click here to see photos of their beautiful outdoor space.

Spider mites come in many different species, but the one thing they have in common is that they are so tiny they're often hard to see by the naked eye. This makes identifying them difficult.