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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...
Sep 19, 2022
Cultivate Tour Visits M.J. Facilities
"Cultivate" attracts thousands of industry professionals and visitors from all over the world. M.J. was approached to host a tour of...
Sep 19, 2022
Get Your Lawn Ready for Next Season
Now is the best time to analyze your lawn. With warm days and cool nights, late August to early October is the perfect time to seed.
Jul 14, 2022
Recycling to Benefit Our Environment!
We continue to work to become a Zero Waste company in the next 5 years and continue to do our part to protect our environment.
May 25, 2022
Irrigation Start-Up Considerations
Even if the irrigation system has been started and checked for repairs, consider the environment and recent weather before running.
May 25, 2022
Good Mowing Practices
Here are some good mowing practices we like to keep in mind that help keep your lawn green and healthy throughout the summer.
Apr 27, 2022
The Weeds are Here!
One thing can be quite a hinderance on the beauty and splendor that we have been waiting for so patiently. That’s right…WEEDS!!!
Apr 27, 2022
Planting for Healthy Root Development
If you are thinking about planting a tree, here are some key points of our trusted process...
Mar 30, 2022
The Role of Native Bees
Native Bees, like the Mason and Ground Nesting types, play an important role in pollination of garden crops, native plants and fruit trees.
Mar 30, 2022
The Importance of Pruning Roses Properly
A good rejuvenation prune in early spring won’t put too much stress on a rose plant, as the weather is cool enough to allow it to recover.
Mar 30, 2022
Mulch: Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
This time of year everyone is ready to get out and mulch, but what IS the best way to mulch?
Feb 22, 2022
Keeping it Green
This year, we are pushing further green practices into the field with some new battery-operated equipment!
Feb 22, 2022
Tree Planting in Late Winter & Early Spring
In OHIO, one of the best times to plant trees is between early March and early May, when trees are still dormant, and frost is not a threat.
Feb 22, 2022
What to do About Plants Sprouting Early
Bulbs sprouting in the winter isn’t normal in cold weather climates, but with inconsistent Ohio temps, it is common.
Feb 1, 2022
When & How We Cut Ornamental Grasses
From a horticulture standpoint, you just want to make sure that they are cut down before they start to grow come spring.
Jan 31, 2022
Proactive Mower Maintenance
We definitely take the time to properly maintenance our 100+ pieces of equipment.
Nov 24, 2021
It’s OK to Leave the Leaves…
By raking all the leaves, we rob the plants of organic matter, we rob them of nutrients.
Nov 24, 2021
Winter Preparations
If you've had the national award-winning M. J. Design Associates team install new plantings around your property...
Nov 23, 2021
The Perfect Christmas Tree
After the holildays, we are happy to assist with recycling your tree, just give us a call—we'll arrange a pickup!
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