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 »
One of the many perks of being a homeowner is that you finally have the opportunity to invest your time and money into a landscape that’s all your own. Customizing your landscape is especially fun when the holidays roll around and you can play with colorful lights and other fun and elegant seasonal décor. With… Read more »
Of all the plants on your property, established trees probably require the least amount of maintenance in the bunch. As long as they’re getting enough water, you can usually get through the growing season with just the occasional application of mulch or fertilizer. The one care task you do need to prioritize when it comes… 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 »
Although it might feel as though you just nailed down your leaf raking and perennial care routine for fall, winter in the northeast will be here before you know it. For homeowners in this region, that means it is already time to start switching gears and coming up with your winter landscaping plan. The first… Read more »
Road salt is a life saver in areas that experience the effects of harsh winter weather. It keeps the streets much safer for drivers, prevents you from slipping on the sidewalk, and helps reduce those massive post-storm snow piles to a manageable size. Unfortunately, salt is not as convenient for your landscape as it is… 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 »