How to Care for Apple Trees Year Round
Apple trees are one of the most popular fruit trees in the area and for a good reason. They’re easy to care for, bear delicious fruit, and even the tiniest yards can accommodate them. If you know how to care for apple trees properly, you’ll be able to harvest seemingly unlimited apples from your tree…
Read MoreDoes Hardscaping Add Value to Your Home?
As a homeowner, you may be considering new ways to add value to your property. While there are many paths to accomplishing this goal, one often overlooked option is hardscaping. Hardscaping involves creating outdoor fixtures using hard materials like stone, concrete, or brick to create outdoor living spaces and fixtures. Beyond increasing the curb appeal…
Read More5 Inground Pool Landscaping Ideas for Privacy
One of the most important aspects of having a backyard is enjoying it with a sense of complete peace and privacy. For many homeowners, this extends to the pool area, where you may want an extra layer of separation from the outside world. Whether you prefer a simple, yet elegant aesthetic you prefer to get…
Read MoreDo You Need to Aerate Your Lawn? Best Practices for Lawn Aeration
Lawn aeration is the process of creating a series of small holes in the soil of a turfgrass lawn. Aeration relieves soil compaction, improves drainage, and provides oxygen to remove worms and benefit microorganisms. Aerating your lawn boosts the development of thick and healthy grass. When and Should You Aerate Your Lawn? Your local soil…
Read MoreTop 10 Tips for Early Spring Lawn Care
Grow a Healthier and Happier Lawn this Spring The early spring is a crucial time for yard cleanup and mowing. The weather is still cool, but the days are getting longer and warmer. This provides the perfect conditions for your lawn to grow strong and healthy. If you want to have a lush green lawn…
Read MoreHow to Save Time on Lawn Care and Landscaping this Year
Lawn Care and Landscaping Tips to Save You Time With warm weather only a few months away, everyone is trying to figure out how they can save time on their lawn care and landscaping. Nobody wants to spend all their free time outside mowing the lawn or trimming trees. Today, we will cover some tips…
Read MoreWinter Lawn Care: How to Prepare Your Lawn for Winter
Did you know a common mistake people make is completely ignoring their lawn during the winter? While lawn care might be the furthest thing on your mind, it’s crucial that you continue to take care of your lawn all year round. We’ll walk you through four crucial winter care tips that will make sure your…
Read MoreWhat Time of the Year Should You Aerate Your Lawn?
Although you can aerate your lawn at any time of year, there are a few factors that can determine the most beneficial time for lawn aeration depending on where you live. Here are a few things to consider when preparing for lawn aeration. 1. Type of Grass There are two main types of grass: warm-season…
Read MoreLawn Mowing Best Practices in Upstate NY
Many people spend a lot of time mowing their lawns when the weather gets nice, as grass grows faster during the warmer months. But are you doing it right? At Grasshopper Gardens, we love seeing healthy lawns that last all season. Here are 5 lawn mowing tips to help keep your grass in good shape….
Read MoreTop 5 Projects With Grasshopper Gardens In The Capital Region
Over the last 20+ years, Grasshopper Gardens has had the opportunity to design, complete and enjoy so many projects around the Capital Region. When we are given the opportunity to bring your vision to life, we think of everything from the traffic flow, materials, immediate needs, future wants, lighting and landscaping. By partnering with Grasshopper…
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