5 Ways to Help Your Lawn Thrive
1. Feed Your Lawn Regularly Your lawn processes nutrients within 6-8 weeks, so fertilizing it once a year is not enough! Keeping a schedule of every 4-6 weeks will keep…
Lawn Pests
As we have discussed in a previous post, fungus can pose a threat to your healthy looking lawn. Aside from fungus, there are other unwelcome intruders that can bring down…
Edible Flowers
Would you like to eat your landscaping? There are a variety of plants that are edible. They are not regular ingredients in salads, but you can snack on them when…
Steps to planning out your landscaping
A well manicured landscape starts long before the first seed hits the ground. Every home’s landscaping is different, but the process is similar and follows the same steps. 1. Planning…
Perfect Time For Growing Halloween Pumpkins
Growing pumpkins in the garden can be a lot of fun, especially for children who will use them for carving. With a few of these growing tips, you can grow…
Grass Varieties
Are you looking for a new lawn? Whether you decide on seeding or sod, there are a few things to consider when choosing which type of grass. You should consider…
Different Types of Grass
Last post we discussed warm weather grasses and cool weather grasses. Here are a list of the different types of grasses in these categories. Warm weather grasses: Bermuda – Bermuda grass…
Composting
Food and lawn waste makes up 25% of all waste in landfills. These natural materials are biodegradable, but they do not break down in landfills properly because they are so…
Some of the Biggest Landscaping Mistakes
Neglecting Cub Appeal Never underestimate the power of curb appeal. Many homeowners put all of their energy into the backyard, but the front of the house is where first impressions…
The Best Herbs to Grow in Your Garden
Fresh herbs makes recipes taste even better and are great to have around for soups, stews, and salads. When picking a place to grow your herb, keep in mind that…