Did you know that many invasive insects like tree boring beetles lay their eggs inside trees during the fall months? These insects root beneath the bark of the tree and can do irreparable damage to unprotected trees. Part of fall cleanup involves inspecting trees and treating infestations.
Different types of trees and shrubs need to be planted in different ways to be most effective. Conifers, for example, if planted in a strategic way, do quite well at screening the wind. They block out the cold winds in winter and, by acting like buffers, keep winter winds from stealing away valuable indoor heat.
Most people associate the arched wooden bridge with Japanese landscape design, but the structure actually originated in China and Korea. Adopted by the Japanese in the 6th century, they were by the 11th century a central feature in most Japanese gardens.
Sometimes, one patch of grass can handle the weather, while another patch dies easily. A lot of this has to do with the amount of potassium they've gotten. Potassium helps to toughen up grass and other plants to make them resistant to disease, drought, and low temperatures.
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always have to resort harsh and unnatural chemicals to get rid of weeds and keep your grass green. If you’re ready to see the difference organic lawn care can make, we’re always happy to help.
The extra layers of mulch that help protect plants in winter can create problems in spring. The mulch absorbs and holds moisture against the plant base, which can lead to root rot, crown die-out, mold, and insect problems.
If your lawn is bumpy or irregular we can help level it out. We will fill low areas and then either sod them or plant shrubs, trees, or other greenery depending on what you would prefer.
Fall is a notorious time for leaves, broken-off branches, and other debris to crowd sidewalks and walkways on commercial properties. One of the best ways to minimize your liability is to hire a fall cleanup service.
Did you know that regular fertilizing of your lawn is actually an effective way to prevent weeds? Fertilizing provides the nutrients necessary for thick healthy lawn growth that ends up outcompeting the weeds.
We recognize that many families like to spend as much time outside each year as the weather allows. Let’s talk about what your outdoor living space is missing so that we can begin working on the hardscape and landscape elements that will make it fit for your family.
Maintaining your lawn organically helps to conserve water. As your soil improves, its ability to absorb and hold moisture improves as well. As the texture of the soil improves, the roots of the grass will be able to grow to reach moisture deeper in the soil, so you can water less frequently.
Early European settlers brought lawns with them to America. As was the practice in Europe, only the wealthy had lawns, as they had the time and money to cultivate and maintain a healthy, manicured lawn.
The ethnic and religious sculptures in a Japanese garden, such as that of Lord Buddha, are often installed by homeowners to showcase their heritage and culture. They also give a special appeal to your garden.
Improperly mowing your lawn can undo all the care you put into it. One common mistake is cutting grass too short; lawns that are too short also have shallow root systems. Mowing the grass too low leaves limited leaf area, which prevents the grass from sustaining photosynthesis.
Spring is a great time to conduct a soil test to find out if your soil needs any amendments. Early spring can be an ideal time to apply lime to your lawn to encourage growth.
Care to guess why regular mulching is important in private as well as commercial landscapes? Mulch helps retain moisture, limits the need for expensive fertilizer and keeps weed growth to a minimum.
Landscaping contractors often employ specific strategies when creating a landscape. For instance, they may plant thick foliage around a support beam or in an external container to beautify a small space and create much-needed shade as well.
Have you been hesitant to contact a professional lawn service because you’re concerned our fertilizers could be too strong and burn and your young grass? In actuality, the use of professional-grade fertilizer products is typically safer than the stuff you can buy at the lawn and garden store.
There are several advantages to lawn aeration. Generally, it keeps your lawn much healthier by providing an easy path by which nutrients and water can reach the deeper roots while controlling soil compaction.
The succulent family is among the most varied of all plant families. They come in all sizes and forms, and yet they all come with the inherent ability to do what succulents do- store water in dry climates. That’s what makes them so simple to care for in many cases.
You may already know that rhododendrons and azaleas are both popular additions to Japanese gardens. Care to guess if these two showy plant varieties are related? If you guessed that they are, you're right.
Are you concerned by the reaction your pet seems to have to the lawn after you treat it with supplies you got at the home and garden store? It’s possible that the chemicals that are making your lawn lush are also making your pet ill.
Did you know that lawn care decisions can help you save money inside your home? Strategically located trees that block out the summer sun can actually save you money on your summer air-conditioning bill?
Japanese landscaping is meant to cultivate a variety of energies, including peace, harmony, and meditative contemplation. Interestingly, many ancient Japanese gardens were built for pleasure only and didn’t serve a functional purpose.
A healthy Saguaro cactus plant should not lean or grow at an angle; in fact, this is a sign of ill health that needs to be professionally addressed. If not a Saguaro can eventually fall on its side endangering life, limb, and property.
If you’re thinking of having a water feature added to your Japanese landscape, you want a “chisen kaiyushiki” or wet-stroll garden. Traditionally, these designs incorporated an irregularly shaped pond and wood bridge that was both practical and appealing.
Setting up your own landscaping department means equipment, employee salaries, benefits, maintenance, storage facilities, training, and other expenses. Hiring a commercial landscaping company can not only be cheaper, it also gives you a single line item to make accounting easier.
