The Benefits of Choosing Native Plants for Your Next Landscape Project
Picking the right plants to complete your landscape is an exciting part of any project. Plants provide color, invite birds into your yard and give your home that all important curb appeal. But with so many different types of plants to choose from, it can be a confusing task. When considering what plants to choose…
Read More3 Tips for Planning Your Spring Landscape
Contrary to popular belief, winter is a perfect time to begin planning your spring landscape design. Taking time during the months which are typically the most quiet for your landscape can help you get a head start when it comes time to make changes to your outdoor living space. Layout: An important step to designing…
Read MorePreventing Winter Damage to Your Trees and Shrubs
Something that many homeowners or business owners don’t realize is that preparation for a successful spring landscape actually begins with care and preparation during the winter. Frost, high winds, and frigid temperatures can all wreak havoc on your trees and shrubs. Protect Your Trees and Shrubs During the Winter While many plants are hardy to…
Read More5 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 MoreWhat to Plant During the Fall Season
When it comes to planting, many of us think of the spring and summer months, forgetting about the fall. The Capital Region is fortunate enough to have the ideal weather that allows numerous types of plants to thrive until the snow comes. While the air is cooler during the fall, the soil is still warm…
Read MoreHow to Clear an Overgrown Yard in 5 Steps
Whether you’ve recently purchased a piece of property, you’re attempting to sell property, or your green thumb isn’t as green as you thought it was, there is one task that seems to loom over many: overgrown yard cleanup. It can create unnecessary stress for those involved, like where to start, what tools are needed, what…
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…
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