Have you discovered one or more pine trees shedding needles in your landscape? Being that pine trees are evergreen – not deciduous – conventional wisdom should lead you to believe that this isn't normal. After all, evergreens are characterized by their ability to retain leaves year-round. So, … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2019
6 Essential Late Summer Landscaping Tips
Towards the end of summer, many homeowners and property owners neglect their landscape. They assume that regular maintenance is no longer needed since the fall and winter months are right around the corner. Unfortunately, the end result is an over-stressed landscape that's more susceptible to … [Read more...]
How to Prevent Grass Seed From Washing Away
There's no better way to fill bare patches in your lawn than by seeding it. Grass typically spreads on its own, but in some instances, it may require a little extra work. If you have a bare patch in your lawn where little or no grass is growing, you should consider seeding it. By applying the … [Read more...]
5 Easy Ways to Control Thistle in Your Landscape
Is your lawn being overrun with thistle? Also known as Cirsium vulgare, thistle is an invasive plant that's common throughout Texas as well as other Southern states. It's a relatively small plant, with the flowering stem reaching a height of just 1 to 1.5 meters. Like other invasive plants, … [Read more...]