With just a few months left until winter, many homeowners are scrambling to prepare their lawns for the upcoming cold weather. It's no secret that winter stresses grass, often causing it to turn brown and/or die. While there's no way to control mother nature, there are ways to keep your lawn … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2016
How to Keep Perennials Upright
Struggling to keep one or more perennials in your yard upright? Whether it's hibiscus, peonies or any other perennial, these plants have a tendency to wilt and fall over when not properly cared for. When this occurs, it stresses the plant, possibly even killing it. There are some steps that … [Read more...]
Magnolia Tree Care 101
Magnolias are a brilliant, colorful variety of trees native to Asia, North America and Central America. With an average height of 40 to 80 feet, and spread of 30 to 40 feet, they are the perfect size for residential landscapes. But like all trees, magnolias require some basic care and maintenance … [Read more...]
5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Soil
Can't seem to maintain a healthy, lush-green lawn no matter how hard you try? Being that we're currently in the “dog days of summer,” some lawns are naturally suffering from heat stress. Even so, there are steps you can take to improve the health and appearance of your lawn, beginning with the soil. … [Read more...]
Signs of Bark Beetle Infestation
Have you noticed one or more pine trees in your yard losing its bark? If so, the problem could be attributed to a bark beetle infestation. There are roughly 6,000 different species of bark beetles (subfamily Scolytinae). They live up their namesake by burrowing deep inside the inner bark of both … [Read more...]