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Lawn Care & Maintenance

What Type Of Grass Do I Have?

September 17, 2019

Starting a lawn from scratch? It’s important to identify your grass type based on where you live. Here are common grass types for cool and warm regions.

What Is The White Stuff Growing On My Mulch?

July 16, 2019

It’s unpleasant, unattractive, some might even say icky. But it’s a common problem that can pop up in our yards. It’s slime mold. Also known as “dog vomit fungus” or “scrambled egg fungus".

Tree Identification

How Many Tree Species Are There in North America?

November 30, 2023

In the entire world, there are over 65,000 tree types. The United States alone has 228 billion trees with roughly 30% of the country covered with forests.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Pros and Cons of Landscape Fabric

July 19, 2022

Curious about landscape fabric? Landscape fabric is usually made from a woven cloth material which works well under rock and gravel but usually isn't best in vegetable gardens. Learn the pros and cons of landscape fabrics and what alternatives you can use instead.

Tree Identification

Tree Identification Guide: How to Identify an Elm Tree

June 24, 2021

What type of tree do I have? Learn how to identify if you have a beautiful elm tree by these characteristics and common types of elm tree species.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

For the Benefit of Planting Trees

April 18, 2022

Trees in our urban forest are truly valuable from an economic, environmental and social standpoint.

Insect & Disease Issues

Signs of Tree Boring Insects

July 30, 2020

Common tree borers include the Emerald Ash Borer, Locust Borer, Bronze Birch Borer, and Longhorned Beetles. Learn which types of trees are at risk, where you’ll find these tree borers, common tree symptoms, and how to get rid of the tree borer.

Soil Care & Mulching

The Best Way to Cover Your Exposed Tree Roots

November 3, 2021

What's the best way cover tree roots above ground? Add mulch? Or perhaps topsoil or grass seed? How about gravel or concrete? Click to find your best option.

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