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.
Education
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.
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.
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.
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.
When the Holidays End: How SeaScape Makes Light Takedown & Storage Effortless
When the holiday season winds down, one big question remains: What happens to your Christmas lights and décor? At Christmas Décor by SeaScape, founder Dr. Jim Wilkinson and his team make the process completely worry-free — from removal to safe storage — so you can enjoy your beautiful display without the post-holiday hassle.
How Christmas Decor Expert Installers Bring the Holidays to Life
Once you decide on a holiday light plan, the expert installers at Christmas Decor by SeaScape will get to work transforming your yard or business into a holiday wonderland.
Christmas Décor by SeaScape: Rhode Island’s Trusted Holiday Lighting Experts for 20 Years
Skip the ladders, tangled lights, and cold weather—Dr. Jim Wilkinson explains how the experts at Christmas Decor by SeaScape can handle all of your holiday lighting needs!
Grub Control in Rhode Island: How to Prevent Lawn Damage Before It Starts
If you’ve ever noticed brown patches or dying grass late in the summer, there’s a good chance grubs are to blame. These tiny, root-eating pests can cause major damage before you even realize they’re there. But, as Dr. Jim explains in this Healthy Lawns segment, with today’s advanced grub control treatments, you can stop them before they start.
Lawn Turning Brown This Fall? How to Tell if Grubs Are to Blame
As summer gives way to fall, many homeowners start to notice brown patches creeping across their lawns. While it’s easy to assume the grass is just suffering from drought stress or seasonal changes, the real culprit could be living right beneath the surface — grubs. In this Healthy Lawns segment, Dr. Jim explains the telltale signs of a grub problem.
The Lifecycle of Lawn Grubs: Understanding and Controlling a Hidden Threat
If your lawn in the Northeast starts showing brown patches in early fall, chances are grubs are the culprits. These small, C-shaped white larvae can do major damage beneath the surface before you even know they’re there. In this Healthy Lawns segment, Dr. Jim explains why understanding their lifecycle is the first step to effective prevention and control.
The Secret to a Lush, Healthy Lawn: Why Core Aeration Matters
Improve your lawn’s health this fall with professional core aeration from SeaScape Lawn Care. Relieve soil compaction, reduce thatch, and promote strong root growth for a greener, healthier lawn.
Core Aeration: Why Fall is the Ideal Time
Core aeration is one of the best things you can do for your lawn right now. It helps your grass breathe, grow stronger, and thrive — both now and next season.
Why Fall is the Best Time to Overseed Your Lawn
In addition to grub control and winter fertilization, overseeding your lawn this fall will set your lawn up for success in the spring. In this Healthy Lawns segment, Dr. Jim Wilkinson explains why fall is the ideal season to overseed your lawn.
Best Times to Water Your Lawn: Expert Tips from Seascape Lawn Care
Discover why early morning or late-night watering keeps grass greener, saves water, and promotes deep root growth.
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.
Contact Us
With branches in Coventry and East Providence, SeaScape proudly services all of Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, and part of Connecticut.

















