You probably have a mole if the mounds of dirt you see in your yard are round, symmetrical and conical, like miniature volcanoes. The dirt is fluffy with occasional clods on top of the mound. A mole mound, sometimes known as a mole hill, can be more than a foot in diameter. Just because the… [Read More]
Lawn Tips – 6 Things You Can Do To Keep a Greener, Weed Free Lawn All Year Long!…
The 6 key things you need to do to keep your lawn green and weed free need to be done at the right times, during the right outdoor conditions, and in the right volumes or you could hurt your lawn. The following list describes what you need to do and when you need to do… [Read More]
Landscaping Tips – When to Prune Your Trees and Shrubs And What To Prune!
A good starting point for pruning any plant is to remove dead, diseased, or damaged stems as soon as you see them. Dead stems attract insects and invite diseases to develop. Also remove crossing branches, water sprouts (vigorous upright growing shoots that form on trunks or side branches), and suckers (vigorous shoots that develop near… [Read More]
What is Invading Your Lawn? Moles or Voles and Why It Matters!
Do you know the difference between moles and voles? Both animals can wreak havoc on your lawn. Many types of moles are active all year long. Just remember even though moles and voles have similar names they are different animals. The following are some tips to help you tell the difference between moles and voles… [Read More]
Landscaping and Lawn Tips – How To Get Rid of Grubs Worms In Your Lawn
When lawn grubs hatch they immediately begin to feed on plant roots, eventually destroying large patches of your lawn, especially when they exist in large numbers.Not only can these pests damage the lawn, but their presence also invites unwelcome wildlife that feed on lawn grubs – digging up patches of grass in search for them…. [Read More]
Are My Trees Healthy? Here’s How To Tell If the Trees in Your Landscaping are Healthy…
Trees are an important part of any landscape. Not only are they beautiful, they provide shade, cleaner air and an increase in property value. You’ve done your homework by assessing your yard and using the information to choose the right trees for the situation. You plant them in the proper way and work hard to… [Read More]
Lawn Tips – What Is Lawn Aeration and Overseeding? How Does It Help My Lawn and When Should I Have It Done?
Too much thatch can choke your lawn. For many years, professional golf course greens keepers have known that the secret to a beautiful, dense turf is aeration. By aerating their courses two to three times each year the grass roots grow more healthy and the plants thrive! What Is Core Aeration? Core Aeration is the… [Read More]
Outdoor Floral Design Tips – Do Your Pots and Planters Need Some Professional Help? See Video…
A proper floral design requires that you plan the structure of your container planting, consider your growing conditions, contrast your textures, and use the right colors. These four design techniques will give you a great outdoor floral display that you can be proud of when guests come to visit. Structure of Your Containers & Plants… [Read More]
Lawn Care Tips – Suggestions for Getting Rid of Weeds in Your Lawn
Weeds are plants defined, not necessarily by their own intrinsic characteristics, but primarily by their relationship with humans. Gardeners themselves define weeds as those plants that interfere with their plans and compete with their preferred plants for light, water, and nutrients. Weeds are plants that grow where they are not wanted. This undesirable flora tends… [Read More]
Sharpened Mower Blades, A Spring Cleanup, Fertilizer, and an Application of Herbicide Will Give Your Lawn a Fighting Chance this Summer!
As the wet and cold recede your lawn and landscaping needs special attention to be ready for the growing season. Spring is a time of rebirth and the time to revitalize your lawn, landscaping, and plants. Do the following and you’ll have a great lawn to enjoy this summer and fall… Sharpened Mower Blades Make… [Read More]
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