Lawn Prep for Winter 101
As the temperatures cool down and we hopefully get more rain, your lawn will begin to green up.
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Jul 25
Revitalizing Your Turf: A Guide to Fall Reseeding
As we approach the end of summer, it's an opportune moment to assess and rejuvenate your lawn, especially if you've noticed excessive damage
Jun 21
Joel’s Dirt: Mastering the Art of Landscape Watering
Plant watering is difficult to master. It varies for plant varieties, location, soil conditions, mulch conditions, wind, tree canopy, and mo
May 22
Joel’s Dirt: Spring came early and so did summer!
It is too hot again this week. We are a month ahead of the average growing cycle (based on temperatures over the last 20 years).
Mar 26
Tornadoes and Spring Winds
Nature can do a number to what we have constructed and things we plant, especially plants that don’t have deep root systems.
Feb 27
What effects does warmer winter have on the 2024 season?
Horticulturists, gardeners, and farmers look at the Growing Degree Days Calendar (GDD) or heat units to predict plant growth, insect issues,
Jan 23
Cold weather and plants: If you’re cold, they’re cold too!
Last week was a cold week. Temperatures near 0 degrees at times, with highs in the teens. Now this week is mid 30’s to 40’s.
Sep 26, 2023
Abnormally Dry September
We are starting to see brown lawns and trees changing colors, but it is not great for plants to go into winter in these very dry conditions.
Aug 23, 2023
Landscape Maintenance Etiquette
If there is one thing that I have learned as a landscape professional and as a homeowner, it is that my home and yard are my refuge.
Jun 23, 2023
Fertilizing – 101
We apply granular and water-soluble fertilizers in many ways. Knowing when to fertilize is just as important as using the right fertilizer!
Jun 23, 2023
Composting – 102
Food waste takes up more space in landfills than any other material. That’s quite a stat, but this is an issue we can do something about!
May 23, 2023
What is So Special About a Peony?
Peonies are one of the most requested perennials by our clients—and they are in high demand for good reasons.
Mar 24, 2023
What Plants to Prune Now & Why
It's finally early spring! Note, there are a few plants that you should avoid major pruning during this season...
Mar 3, 2023
Reorganizing your Garden & Transplanting
If your landscape is tired or plants that you love may need a new home, late winter through early spring is a great time to transplant.
Mar 3, 2023
Sustainability with Biophilic Design
Sustainability not only benefits the planet but, those of us who live on it as well. Being sustainable includes mental and physical health.
Jan 18, 2023
Sustainability & Earth-Friendly Commitments
We’re working to tackle a big issue in our landscape industry—instituting a process to recycle 100% of the plastic plant containers.
Jan 16, 2023
Why Are We Pruning in the Winter?
The answer is simple… The gray, still days of winter are the perfect time to prune trees and many woody shrubs.
Dec 20, 2022
Thanks for Another Great Year!
We want to thank our clients for the business, our sub-contractors for their assistance, and our vendors for their support. This year,...
Oct 26, 2022
Fall: Great Time to Plant and Plan for Spring Color!
Here are plantings you can do in the fall to have some gorgeous color in the spring...
Oct 25, 2022
Fall Leaves: To Rake or Not to Rake?
Using the mower to mulch the leaves in your yard will accomplish a few good things...
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