The Best Time to Plant Grass in Connecticut: Why Fall is Lawn Season

Connecticut Lawn Guide Why Fall Is the Best Time to Plant Grass in Connecticut If you want thick, resilient turf in CT, fall is the easiest path to success. The “sweet spot” is typically late August through early October, when soil is still warm enough for germination but air temps are cooler and weed pressure drops. This guide covers the … Read More

Screened Topsoil in Fairfield County: Top Uses and Why Quality Matters

Screened Topsoil in Fairfield County: Top Uses and Why Quality Matters Introduction Quality topsoil is the unsung hero of any successful landscaping or gardening project. Whether you’re planting a backyard vegetable bed or undertaking a massive highway beautification, using high-grade screened topsoil can make all the difference. For over 30 years, Grillo Services has been at the forefront of producing … Read More

When Central Park Needs Topsoil They Call Grillo

When Central Park needs topsoil they demand the best, for that reason they looked beyond the Big Apple and had us bring our topsoil all the way from Milford, CT. We are proud that our Topsoil is being used to enrich the landscape of such a beautiful place.  

Watering Tips For A Lush Lawn

Sprinkler, Grass, Watering, Irrigation

Think mother nature will do a fine job of watering your grass? Without enough water grass will yellow, and die. Green up your lawn in a hurry, read on.

Calculating Coverage Per Yard

Trying to figure out how much mulch or topsoil you need? The formula is easy, read on and be your own yardage calculator. Topsoil, Mulch, or Compost calculator.