The Ryan Lawn & Tree Podcast

Fall Seeding Success - Timing, Methods, and Essential Aftercare

In this episode, we explore why fall is the ideal season for seeding your lawn and share expert strategies to help you achieve a beautiful stand of grass. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, or considering Ryan Lawn & Tree for professional help, this episode covers everything you need to know about fall seeding for a lush, green lawn come spring.

The Fascinating World of Insects | Dr. Raymond Cloyd Interview

In today’s episode, Matt Evans is joined by Dr. Raymond A. Cloyd from Kansas State University. His research and extension program involves pest management/plant protection in greenhouses, nurseries, landscapes, and more. Dr. Cloyd is the extension specialist in horticultural entomology for the state of Kansas, with a major clientele that includes homeowners, master gardeners, and professional and commercial operators.

The Battle Against Brown Patch | Dr. Rodney St. John Interview

Have you ever gone outside to view your lawn masterpiece, only to see that the lawn is turning brown? If this is the case, you could be dealing with Brown Patch fungus in your turf. In this episode, Matt Evans interviews Dr. Rodney St. John on identification, causes and remedies, for Brown Patch.

Mow Less, Live More - Lawn Growth Regulator | Dr. Rodney St. John Interview

This is the time of the year when turf needs to be mowed on its schedule, not ours. During the months of April and May, we may need to mow as much as twice a week to keep the yard looking and performing its best. In this episode, Matt Evans and Dr. Rodney St. John, discuss our Mow Reducer application, which can help reduce the time between mowings during the spring flush of growth.

Beautiful Boxwoods - Expert Insights for Thriving Shrubs | Bill Dooley Interview

Boxwoods are a mainstay of the Midwest landscape. According to a 2020 study from the Horticulture Research Institute, Boxwoods were the #1 evergreen shrub sold in the United States. Today, Matt is joined by Bill Dooley, a Plant Health Care expert here at RYAN, to discuss what it takes to maintain healthy boxwoods.

Spring Sprinklers - Maximizing Irrigation Efficiency | Andy Marsh Interview

Along with all the other things we need to do for our landscapes to get them ready for the season, we need to consider our irrigation systems. In many of the markets we serve, this means activating our clients’ irrigation systems, setting the controllers for spring weather, and verifying that all the components are working properly. In this episode, Matt Evans is joined by Irrigation Specialist Andy Marsh, and will be discussing what changes need to take place as we transition into the warmer and dryer months of summer.

Early Spring Lawn Care | Dr. Rodney St. John Interview

We are quickly approaching the time of year where mother nature starts to come alive, and homeowners get a renewed excitement about their lawn and landscapes. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rodney St John and discuss how to achieve early spring lawn success through watering, mowing, spring seeding and more!