The Journal
Seasonal guidance for the North Shore — mowing schedules, weather patterns, storm preparation, and practical notes for keeping lawns presentable.
These notes answer the questions Slidell and St. Tammany customers ask before choosing weekly lawn service, bi-weekly mowing, or a seasonal yard cleanup.
Fall Leaf Drop on the North Shore: What to Actually Do
Between the live oaks, the water oaks, and the magnolias, a North Shore property can see five distinct leaf drops. Here is how to stay ahead of it.
Hurricane-Season Lawn Prep for the North Shore
The lawn work that helps before a storm happens in May — not the week a system enters the Gulf. Here is the practical checklist.
How Often Should You Mow in Louisiana Summer?
Weekly is the answer for most North Shore lawns from May through September. Here is the actual reason, and why bi-weekly can make things worse this time of year.
North Shore Lawn Conditions: What Changes by Neighborhood
Slidell, Mandeville, Covington, Abita, Madisonville, and Lacombe lawns do not all behave the same. Shade, soil, water, and route timing matter.
St. Augustine vs. Centipede: Choosing Your Louisiana Lawn
Two grasses dominate St. Tammany lawns. Here is when each one is the right call, and what changes about mowing and watering between them.
The Best Grass for St. Tammany Parish Lawns
Five grasses show up in St. Tammany Parish. Only two are a good fit for most lawn-care routes. Here is how to think about them.