Here in the Northeast, we’re known for our harsh winter weather. Anybody who lives here year-round, though, will tell you that our summers can be pretty brutal too! While our high temperatures and heat waves don’t last quite as long as those of our southern counterparts, a few weeks of intense heat is all it… Read more »
The abundance of snowfall we receive here in the North is beautiful, but cleaning up can be a real pain. Snow and ice can build up on your property before you know it, so it’s important to have a plan for outdoor winter maintenance each season. You could always hire a snowplow company, but many… Read more »
The following watering recommendations are provided as a general guideline for establishing and maintaining landscape plantings. Turf – Newly established lawn areas require daily watering of at least ¾” of water. The goal is to maintain soil moisture while turf roots are being established. This may require the lawn areas to be watered more than… Read more »
Your deck is exposed to the elements for all seasons year-round. The potentially vast amount of sun, rain, snow, and ice can cause damage. Seasonal deck maintenance is crucial to having a safe, great-looking deck for year-round enjoyment. Spending a few hours each season practicing proper maintenance will keep your deck sealed, free of rot,… Read more »
Contrary to some commonly held beliefs, the beginning of fall is not the end of your landscaping duties. There are plenty of important tasks for you to undertake at the end of summer and throughout the fall that will pay off handsomely come springtime. For your lawn, aeration and overseeding are two of the best… Read more »
Winter is a magical time of year. Unfortunately for homeowners, a picturesque winter wonderland also brings with it one of the most annoying and tiresome landscaping tasks of the year—snow removal. It would be wonderful if snow could melt away as quickly and effortlessly as it falls to the earth. But since that’s not the… Read more »
There’s nothing quite as magical as the sight of a landscape blanketed in a colorful spread of vibrant fall leaves. But while fall leaves may be beautiful to behold, when they build up on your landscape they block sunlight and moisture from reaching the ground underneath. In order to avoid dealing with these unsightly dead… Read more »
As summer winds down and the peak of growing season passes, you may start to lighten your load of landscaping duties. While there certainly is less to do in your yard when fall comes around, there are still plenty of landscaping tasks you can tackle in the final weeks before the new season arrives. Here… Read more »
Taking a warm, cozy soak in your backyard spa in the frigid winter is a great way to enjoy the beauty of the season while staying toasty and relaxed! Using your spa or hot tub in cold weather takes a different toll on your body though, so it’s important to go about it safely. Last… Read more »
One of the biggest perks of investing in a hot tub or backyard spa is that, unlike many other landscape features, you’re able to enjoy it year-round! In fact, a lot of people consider the winter months to be the best season for a relaxing dip in the warm, soothing water. Keeping your spa in… Read more »