Looking for some beautiful spring flowers on your property?Consider planting these popular trees that flower in the Spring.Cherry: Washington D.C. is full of cherry trees, and its no wonder people flock to this major destination in the Spring. However, you can enjoy the beautiful sight of cherry blossoms right here in the tri-State area! Cherry […]
Summer heat is just something you get accustomed to. We escape to the AC indoors, but your plants and lawns stay outside in the dry air.Many lawns naturally go dormant and stop growing during these periods of high heat and drought. And believe it or not, the easiest thing to do is simply let it […]
A well-manicured lawn is not only a thing of beauty, it is also one of the best ways to ensure your grass is healthy.Now, mowing seems simple enough, but with each mow you’re training your grass for success or failure.Here are some quick tips to get your lawn trained up to look like a pro:Don’t […]
Most of us only think about one kind of tree during winter, but did you know your outdoor trees need some TLC during the winter months as well?Here are some tips to keep your trees healthy during the winter:Check the hardiness zone rating. Check and double-check because even though your tree might be rated for […]
As the weather starts to warm, insects begin growing in numbers. You want to enjoy the beautiful weather, but you want to do it insect-free.Before you purchase insect repellent, consider keeping these critters around:Spiders are on most people’s list for worst pest, but most gardeners know spiders are your best friend. Non-poisonous spiders are the […]
We all know the risks of injury that can come from shoveling snow, but did you know snow can cause damage to your landscape as well?Using plows and shovels are obviously a great method for removing a lot of snow quickly, especially when you have a lot of ground to cover. However, this brute-force method […]
The first day of Autumn begins in September, but often before that official day homeowners start to add fall color to their landscapes.There’s nothing better than being able to look in your backyard and see all the reds, yellows and oranges of Fall. It’s not hard to find yellow, orange, burgundy and gold, mums on […]
The entrance of October brings us all things harvest, Autumn and pumpkin!Whether you’re getting a pumpkin for door decorating, or you’re looking to carve one, it’s vital you select a good gourd for your holiday festivities.There’s no such thing as the perfect pumpkin, but there are some general rules of thumb for selecting good ones. […]
Even though the temperatures have dropped, now is the perfect time to get a leg up on next season’s lawn care. Dormant lawn seeding is the practice of seeding your lawn right before the ground freezes.These seeds overwinter and germinate early Spring as the ground thaws, growing and rooting early.Here in the Midwest, the best […]
Autumn leaves should be one of the seven wonders of the world. The beautiful colors are certainly a sight to behold. Equally, when the leaves fall, that’s a sight to behold as well…Fall cleanup is in full swing once all the leaves are off the trees. Here are some tips to make your job of […]