Mosquito testing in Rhode Island has detected Jamestown Canyon Virus in Tiverton and West Nile Virus in several communities, reinforcing the importance of mosquito prevention and control during the height of mosquito season.
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Summer Lawn Care: SeaScape’s Jim Wilkinson Joins WPRO’s Matt Allen to Answer Listener Questions
During the conversation, they covered a wide range of summer lawn care topics, from managing drought stress to minimizing damage from your four-legged family members.
Why Does Your Lawn Have Dry Spots? Dr. Jim Explains the Most Common Causes
In this episode of Healthy Lawns with Dr. Jim, Dr. Jim Wilkinson explains the most common reasons some areas of your lawn turn brown before others—and what you can do about it.
Mosquito Watch: West Nile Virus Detected in Cranston
Rhode Island health officials have confirmed another West Nile virus-positive mosquito sample – this time in Cranston. Learn how to protect your family and reduce mosquitoes around your home with SeaScape YardGuard.
Do Grass Clippings Cause Thatch? Here’s What Every Homeowner Should Know
Grass clippings don’t cause thatch—in fact, they’re good for your lawn. SeaScape Founder Dr. Jim Wilkinson explains the truth about thatch and when you should remove grass clippings.
Thatch Control: Why Core Aeration Is Usually Better Than Dethatching
Learn how to control lawn thatch with expert advice from SeaScape founder Dr. Jim Wilkinson. Discover why core aeration is often a better long-term solution than dethatching for a healthier lawn.
Chinch Bugs or Drought? How to Tell What’s Really Damaging Your Lawn
Think your lawn is suffering from drought? It could be chinch bugs. Learn how to identify chinch bug damage, when these insects are most active, and how SeaScape protects lawns throughout Southern New England.
Mosquito Watch: Rhode Island Reports First West Nile Virus Detection of 2026. Here’s How to Protect Your Yard.
The state’s current West Nile virus risk level is considered medium, making now the perfect time for homeowners to take steps to reduce mosquito populations around their homes.
ALERT: 2026 Tick Population Worrying, Expert Warns
If you’ve been paying attention to the headlines, you know that tick season has started with a vengeance this year.
What Is Thatch? Understanding a Common Lawn Problem
n this edition of Healthy Lawns with Dr. Jim, Dr. Jim Wilkinson, founder and owner of SeaScape Lawn Care, explains what thatch is, why it develops, and when it becomes a problem for your lawn.
RI’s Community Choice Awards: SeaScape Nominated for Best Lawn Care Company
SeaScape has been nominated for the Rhode Island Community Choice Awards in the category of Lawn Care / Landscaping Company—and we’d love your support!
Crabgrass Control: When and How to Stop It Before It Starts
Crabgrass can quickly take over your lawn if not stopped early. Learn when it germinates, how to identify it, and why a timely pre-emergent application is the most effective way to keep your lawn healthy and weed-free.
How to Get Rid of Moss in Your Lawn (and Why It Keeps Coming Back)
Struggling with moss taking over your lawn? Discover what causes moss to grow and how to get rid of it by improving sunlight, soil conditions, and overall lawn health.
Why SeaScape Is Different from Other Lawn Care Companies
Dr. Jim Wilkinson explains how SeaScape’s science-based approach, transparent pricing, and local expertise deliver healthier, greener lawns across Rhode Island and beyond.
Spring Lawn Care: SeaScape’s Jim Wilkinson Joins WPRO’s Matt Allen to Answer Listener Questions
As the weather gets warmer, you’ll begin to notice your lawn is starting to green up. So, what steps do you need to take to get your lawn ready for the season?
Is Professional Lawn Care Worth It? The Truth About DIY vs. Hiring SeaScape
When it comes to maintaining a lush, healthy lawn, many homeowners assume that doing it themselves will save money. But as Dr. Jim explains, that belief is often a misconception.
Blizzard of ’26: What Record Snowfall Means for Your Lawn, Trees & Shrubs
With towering plow piles, buried shrubs, and lawns hidden under heavy snowpack, homeowners are now asking the big question: how will it affect my yard this spring?
Testimonial: When You Don’t Want Christmas to End
Bob Masse says Christmas Décor by Seascape has become part of the holiday tradition at Paul Masse dealerships. The lights stay up as long as possible — sometimes well into the new year — because no one wants the season to end.
SeaScape Lawn Care
SeaScape provides lawn care, lawn fertilization and related services throughout Rhode Island, Southeast Massachusetts and Eastern Connecticut.
SeaScape’s Lawn Care division proudly offers:
⇒ Fertilization services
⇒ Overseeding
⇒ Core Aeration
⇒ Grub Control
⇒ Winterizing Fertilizer
⇒ Water Savers Program
⇒ Green Lawn Care Program

Environmentally Friendly
SeaScape Lawn Care uses environmentally friendly practices and the
safest products and our technicians pride themselves with safety and environmental protection measures. SeaScape will call ahead before all lawn care applications and weeds are always spot-treated to avoid unnecessary ‘blanket’ applications. After all treatments, our technicians will clean driveways and walks of all products.
Pest controls are used judiciously and under strict Integrated Pest Management (IPM) guidelines by licensed and trained technicians. To learn more about our policies towards pest control applications and natural – organic lawn care, please click here or on the “Eco Friendly” button present on every page on the SeaScape web site.
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With branches in Coventry and East Providence, SeaScape proudly services all of Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, and part of Connecticut.














