make payment

Ideally the air and soil temperatures should be at or above 40 degrees. Watering the soil zone within the drip line will be enough...

Late winter is the perfect time to get a mower ready for the next spring season.

Of course we recycle everything we can at M.J. Design, but it is not always into compost.

Winter is the time to start planning if you are looking to make changes to your property in 2021. Our designers are happy to meet with you!

It is unique that we are seeing them attack the pine oak trees this season, but actually leaving the white oaks and red oaks alone.

Just keeping plants alive has been a challenge, let alone looking great! Regardless, I have been very proud of M.J. Design’s work/results.

Often times when watering issues are so easily prominent, it actually means there are improperly planted turf or plants.

Are you a planner? Have you planned your spring color? The golden trumpet daffodil is an excellent addition to your flower bed.

If you see brown spots in your lawn, don't panic. It can be fixed with a little TLC and some fungicide.

You may have planted tulips bulbs last year and had great blooms in spring. However, most tulips are not strong bloomers after year one.

You're invited to visit our M.J. Gardens (outdoors) on Saturday, August 29 from 10 am – 2 pm! *COVID-19 guidelines observed.

Myth: Poison ivy, oak, and sumac only grow in the woods. Fact: You can find it just about anywhere in the upper Midwest, even in the cities!

Here are some tips as we experience what feels like the good ol' "Dog Days of Summer!" Beetles, watering, and fall color plans!

From fertilizing and mosquito control to dealing with other contractors on your property, we're here to help you through the summer.

When we prune, we are helping to open plants up and remove old growth, thus encouraging new young growth.

We have to find new ways to distract the deer from all the sweet-smelling green plants. Here are some tips.

Regardless of your garden desires, remember it is best to start with a careful plan to make sure the right details are being considered.

Due to the weather in 2020 so far, we have a few notes for you about plant health!

Why do we love incorporating natives into our landscape designs as well as the established landscapes we maintain?

Some people think that you can never mulch too much—a common myth: The deeper the mulch the harder it is for weeds to grow. WRONG!