What to plant in the Fall
Didn’t have enough time this spring to plant everything you wanted? Well here’s some great news! There are a lot of plants that can be planted in the fall,…
Reasons to mulch anytime of the year
Reasons to mulch 1. Weed control 2. Retains moisture for plants 3. Keeps plants cool in the summer and warm in the winter 4. Prevents your soil from running off…
Magnolias
If you are looking for a beautiful new tree to add to your landscape design, a Magnolia is a great choice. This tree is a spring blooming tree that has…
Lawn Health
While fungus naturally occurs in grass and can be harmless, certain conditions can cause these fungi to become harmful diseases to your grass. Weather conditions, especially temperature and humidity, can…
Crab Grass and Other Lawn Invaders
Some weeds thrive in the hot months of summer when our lawns are at their weakest. Most desirable turfs use seeds that do well in the cooler months of the…
Trimming Spring Growth
Now that spring flowers have stopped blooming and the new growth has come out, it’s time to trim back the shrubs. This is mostly for aesthetics, but it also helps…
Planning Your Planting
Fall is the best time to work on your landscaping. That is because it is much easier on the plants for a variety of reasons. In the fall, it is…
Spraying for Weeds in the Fall
If you want to have a great lawn next year, the time to spray for weeds is the fall. Weeds start to grow in the fall, then go dormant over…
Keeping Your Landscaping Watered
Now that we have had some rain and warmer temperatures in the southwestern Chicago suburbs, all your plantings should be well watered and growing. However, as the warmer months approach,…
Native Plants
Have you heard the buzz about native plants? They are the topic of many garden shows and seminars lately. Native plants are more tolerant of our seasonal conditions, and because…