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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,
Feb 27, 2024


February Featured Project
we embarked on an innovative journey that seamlessly integrated superior soil practices, a diverse array of perennials, flowering shrubs...
Jan 30, 2024


Winter Work at M.J. Design
Do things slow down at M.J. Design during the winter? No, the focus just changes, like the seasons. We are in planning mode.
Jan 23, 2024


“This was a parking lot, now it’s a peaceful oasis...”
In 2023, M.J. Design acquired this lot as our company continued to grow and more space was needed. This allowed us to expand our composting,
Jan 23, 2024


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.
Jan 23, 2024


Kicking Off 2024!
As 2024 kicks off, we thought we would share some updates with you—including what to expect from our climate this year and a recent award!
Jan 9, 2024


Farewell to Patrick Leitch
It is with a mix of emotions that we bid farewell to Patrick Leitch, our dedicated Landscape Foreman.
Dec 5, 2023

Praise and a Party for our Hispanic Staff!
During this holiday season, we want to take a little time to tell you about a very special group of people – our Hispanic staff members.
Dec 5, 2023


Recycling One Ton of Plastic
This week we loaded a semi-truck with 23 pallets of pots to be recycled into new containers.
Dec 5, 2023


Ohio High School Landscape Olympics
The Ohio Green Industry Association welcomed nearly 230 high school students for the eighth annual Ohio High School Landscape Olympics.
Oct 24, 2023


Fall Prep for Early Spring
Take a moment to do a few simple things to help ensure that in the spring, there will be nutrients available to help fuel growth.
Oct 24, 2023


Rake Them Right!
Did you know there is a right way to rake leaves? Ok, not really how you rake them, but where you put them after they are raked.
Oct 24, 2023


Welcoming New M.J. Staff
Join us in our excitement for two new team members at M.J.! Thomas and Kate both bring unique expertise and experience.
Sep 27, 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.
Sep 26, 2023

M.J. Open House a Success!
If you couldn't make it, give us a call, and we will be happy to give you a garden tour.
Sep 26, 2023


Welcome to America!
On August 6th, Lorenso's family arrived!
Aug 23, 2023


Sustainability & Plant Pot Recycling Update
We have been collecting our horticultural plastic plant pots and trays this season to recycle with East Jordon Plastics.
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.
Aug 23, 2023


Update on Our Recycling Efforts
We have 14 pallets of plastic pots wrapped and ready for recycling! That’s 2000lbs of plastic plant pots—and also how much we've planted.
Jul 26, 2023


The “J” of M.J. Design: Joel Talks About 25 Years in Business
When asked to reflect on what he is most proud of, Joel quickly answered that he is proudest of the M.J. team and their growth.
Jul 26, 2023
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