5 Dormant Pruning Benefits
Summer is in the rearview mirror for those of us living in the Capital Region, which means caring for your landscape has come to an end, right? Wrong. There is still work to be done to prepare your trees and shrubs for the winter months. It’s at this point in our seasonal changes when a…
Read MoreWater Irrigation Shut Down Services
Irrigation systems are an efficient and economical way to ensure your lawn is properly hydrated throughout the warmer months. For an irrigation system to function properly year after year, it should receive regular maintenance, and a proper shut down at the end of warmer months. Contrary to popular belief, there is more to shutting down…
Read MoreFall Lawn Fertilization
Each summer and fall many of us spend as much time as possible outside, notably enjoying the sunshine and fresh air – and of course our lawns. Homeowners and business owners alike need to ensure their lawns stay healthy for a few reasons including improved air quality, heat reduction, and generating oxygen. An important step…
Read MoreCreating a Deer-Resistant Landscape
Woodland creatures such as deer or rabbits can create a feeling of serenity as you sip your morning coffee and watch them make their way through your landscape. This moment can quickly turn into something many of us dread as they begin to consume your landscape’s foliage. So how do you create a landscape that…
Read MoreThe Impact Dog Feces Has on Your Lawn
None of us like looking out at our lawn and seeing brown patches rather than vibrant green grass. When brown spots make an appearance, we tend to think it’s caused by a disease or an infestation of a pest, such as grubs. Something many of us don’t take into consideration is the damage of leaving…
Read MoreHow Your Lawn Benefits from Aeration
For your lawn and landscape to truly flourish throughout the warmer months, it requires a multitude of knowledge, techniques, and proper processes. As we learned earlier this season, proper watering techniques is one of the essential parts to properly caring for your lawn, now let’s learn how your lawn benefits from aeration. What is Aeration The…
Read MoreHow Much Water is the Right Amount to Help Your Lawn Thrive?
Your lawn, no matter the size, requires a lot of care and attention in order to truly flourish. Many homeowners and business owners tend to fall victim to improper watering techniques. Do you know how much water is the right amount to help your lawn thrive? Do you know how to test your lawn to…
Read More4 Proper Watering Practices for your Lawn
When it comes to maintaining a healthy lawn, one aspect many homeowners need to be mindful of are the proper watering practices which help their grass and plants thrive. Proper watering techniques, like the ones the experts of Grasshopper Gardens utilize, will improve the quality of your lawn while possibly saving you money. Proper Watering…
Read MoreBenefits of a Water-Efficient Irrigation System
To ensure a healthy and thriving landscape homeowners and business owners alike need to water their lawns appropriately. Without a water-efficient irrigation system it is easy to give your lawn an improper amount of water which could lead to you spending more money than necessary on maintaining the health of the landscape. Water-Efficient Irrigation Benefits…
Read MorePreventing Crabgrass with Grasshopper Gardens
Whether your lawn’s primary use is for entertaining the kids, or boosting the curb appeal of your business, one particular foe of an attractive lawn is crabgrass. This is an annual weed grass that, if left unattended, can overtake your landscape. Treating Crabgrass Crabgrass is likely to flourish in warmer temperatures, but, gets its start…
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