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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.
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Identifying Crabgrass
Lawn Care & Maintenance
How to Identify Crabgrass
July 16, 2020
Crabgrass looks like a coarse, yellowish-green clump of grass. There are plenty of Crabgrass look-alikes that can be commonly mistaken as other lawn weeds. Learn the distinguishing factors to help identify the lawn weed in your yard. Also, how to effectively get rid of crabgrass.
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Trimming & Pruning
What Is Shearing, And How's It Different From Pruning?
March 26, 2019
From pinching to pruning to heading to shearing, no two cuts are the same, and each technique gives our plants a distinct look and feel. Below, find out which is best for your plant.
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Perennial Pruning Guide
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Perennial Plant Care: What You Need to Know About Cutting Back Perennials
November 19, 2020
All perennials need to be cut back for healthy growth. Depending on the type of plant some should be cut back in late fall or early winter, while others in spring. Learn how to properly cut back your perennials and which perennials need back in fall or spring.
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Landscaping Ideas For Where Grass Wont Grow
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Landscaping Ideas for Where Grass Won't Grow
July 5, 2022
Have you tried everything to remedy ares of your yard where grass won’t grow? We have a few ideas... Get 5 landscaping ideas where grass won't grow. Click to read more.
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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.
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Mowed Grass
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Best Way To Get Rid Of Grass Clippings? Compost! Here’s How.
October 12, 2022
Compost is the best way to get rid of grass clippings after mowing. Learn how to compost grass clippings and how long it takes for grass clippings to decompose.
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Azalea Rhododendrons
Tree Selection Guide
How to Use Dwarf Evergreens for Landscaping
May 28, 2021
While you may think evergreens only grow into massive specimens, there are many varieties of them. Let’s look at some great dwarf evergreens for landscaping and ways you can add them to your yard.
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