Sure, it’s getting cooler at night and stays through the morning. And people are ordering their pumpkin spice lattes and wrapping themselves in blankets, thinking of the colder weather and snow approaching. But, we still have time before the first snow and frost and your lawn shouldn’t be ignored as the leaves fall. We still… Read more »
End-of-Season Soil Improvement
You might be wondering why anyone would want to order top soil or compost at the end of the season, as we are starting to see the fruits of our labor in the garden. Well, August is actually the best time to order some top soil or compost for several areas around your yard and… Read more »
The Summer and Your Landscaping
There’s not much that can be done about the heat we are experiencing now…just like there’s nothing that can be done with the extreme cold in January and February. But, there are some things you can do for your landscaping and yard that can help protect it from the brutal heat and dry spells we… Read more »
Why Mulch?
If you haven’t placed mulch yet or have never used it, it’s not too late and you should really consider it. There are plenty of reasons to add mulch to your garden or around your trees including moisture conservation and weed suppression as well as improving bio diversity when the mulch rots and the nutrients… Read more »
What’s So Special About Dirt?
Unless the kids track it all over the house, dirt isn’t something that gets thought about too often. Dirt is everywhere and the right kind of mix can make a huge difference. If it’s a garden, horse arena, or sports field, the right specialty mix of dirt is essential. Summer project season is here and… Read more »
Prepare a Groundbreaking Garden
Garden fever has hit, the shovels are out, the ground is breaking under the tines of the tiller, and soil is flying. Gardening season is one of the most beautiful and exciting times of the year, but how do you plant a garden that gives you bountiful harvest? One of the biggest mistakes is using… Read more »
Love Your Garden, It Will Love Back!
Finally, it’s starting to warm up! The birds are chirping and soon the bees will be buzzing as spring takes hold. The kids are rushing for the yard and asking for some air in their bike tires. After a long winter it almost feels like you’re being reborn along with all the flowers and plants…. Read more »