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First-Time, New Homeowner’s Guide To Lawn Care

April 16, 2019

A wonderfully green lawn is often the first thing you spot when you arrive at a potential home, So how can you keep your lawn looking its best? Read on to find out

Insect & Disease Issues

What Are Overwintering Pests and How To Prevent Them

January 23, 2020

Scale insects and Aphids are just a couple overwintering bugs that hide away on trees and shrubs during the winter season. Here’s what you need to know about scale and aphids, how to prevent them and treatment options.

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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Property Maintenance & Landscaping

5 Steps for Handling Snow Bent Tree Branches

January 24, 2022

Bill asked, "Should I shake the trees or otherwise try to remove the snow from the branches?” If trees are bent over in snow, usually, you shouldn't shake snow bent trees.

Plant Health Care

Why Do Evergreens Stay Green All Year?

January 7, 2021

Evergreens, like conifers, can conserve water during the summer and winter because of its special needle shape and waxy coating, so their leaves stay green year-round. What is the difference between deciduous and evergreen trees? Get all the evergreen tree care tips here.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Protecting Trees From Snow and Ice Damage

December 1, 2021

Snow and ice can cause many issues when it packs onto your tree branches, but staying proactive before and after snowfall can help maintain tree health.

How To Protect Newly Planted Trees From Frost

November 7, 2019

They key to protecting young or newly planted trees and shrubs from cold, winter weather elements are by shielding them from the top of the canopy down to the roots. Here are tips on the best way to protect trees/shrubs from frost, what temperature to cover plants and when to remove tree wrap.

Leaf & Needle Problems

Why Didn't My Forsythia Bloom This Year?

May 28, 2020

Here are some issues that can stop forsythia shrubs from flowering: improper pruning, fungal diseases, placement in the yard, harsh winter and well-drained soil. Leaf problems, like discoloration or wilting, could be a sign the bush is dying.

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