When you think of applying fall mulch, do your thoughts typically turn to that extra layer that protects plants in cold regions from the ravages of a hard winter? We suggest applying fall mulch just like you do in spring, adding enough to refresh what’s broken down. Many landscaping professionals actually practice—and prefer—fall mulching. Fall […]
Monthly Archives: August 2018
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Aug
Aug
We are right in the middle of the dog-days of summer, but now’s the time to look ahead to fall and get ready. It’s the perfect time to think about next year’s lawn and how to give it a great start. We have put together a short list of things homeowners can do in August […]
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Aug
Aug
Does your home feature sloping or elevated yard spaces? You may be thinking whether to have these areas leveled with the rest of the landscape or keep them as they are. Leveling the ground so you’d enjoy a large flat landscape is possible, although this is likely to turn out more time-consuming and costly. On […]
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Aug
Aug
Rain is a good thing, especially when it comes to growing plants, but too much rain can ruin a garden. What happens when your plants get too much rain The soil can only take so much water. After it’s maxed out, the water can pool, flooding your plants and washing seeds away. Weeds can grow […]
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Aug
Aug
Storm water runoff is a major cause of water pollution in cities. When rain falls on roofs, streets and parking lots, the water is not all absorbed into the ground. Instead, storm water drains through gutters, storm sewers and other collection systems, and is then released into nearby bodies of water. This water often contains […]