Lawn and Landscape Care Terms T-Z

Topsoil-The top layer of native soil. This term may also apply to good quality soil.

Transplant-Moving a plant from one location to another. Replanting or transplanting.

Tuber-A flat underground stem which stores food and plant energy and from which a plant or weed grows.

Turf-A layer of matted earth formed by grass and plant roots.

Variegated Leaves-Are types of leaves which have different patterns and colors throughout them.

Variegation-A pattern of leaves that contains either white or yellow markings. Varied coloration.

Vegetable Garden- A small garden where vegetables are planted and grown.

Water Tank-Is an item which is used to collect and store rainfall. The water is recycled and used throughout the landscaping to help keep items watered.

Weed Eating – Line trimming around all obstacles on property. (With a weed eater)

Zoysia Grass-Slow growing grass, can take up to a year to establish a lawn. It has stiff leaf blades and will produce numerous seed heads if it isn’t mowed. It forms a lawn that feels like thick prickly carpet. Stolons are often covered with tan colored husks.