Well-tended landscapes require proper and careful mulching. Mulch acts as a protective barrier around plants and bare soil. This barrier can consist of a variety of decomposing organic materials, including wood chips, pine needles, and straw or non-organic materials like… Read More
Archive for the ‘Landscape Maintenance’ Category
Preparing Your Spring Lawn Care Checklist
Year-round lawn and landscape care can make your turf strong, green, and healthy. To practice good lawn and landscape care, you should pay special attention to your soil, as this is where your turf receives its nutrients and establishes healthy… Read More
How to Tell if Your Lawn Has Compacted Soil
A thick, green, and lush lawn is an excellent addition to any home. Unfortunately, when the soil that lawn is rooted in becomes compacted, it can become extremely challenging for turfgrass to grow in your yard. Compacted soil can have… Read More
Weekly and Long-Term Lawn Care for Rain-Soaked Yards
In Maryland, rain is a year-round annoyance. While grass in the spring and summer benefits from a healthy amount of rain, when your lawn becomes saturated with water, your grass can suffer. While there are not many lawn care tasks… Read More
5 Common Lawn Care Misconceptions
Despite the variety of lawn care programs available and the development of safe lawn care practices, many people still hold misconceptions about what lawn care is and what it can do for their landscape. These lawn care misconceptions can prevent… Read More
How to Care for Evergreen Trees and Shrubs
Evergreen trees and shrubs are beloved for their year-round foliage and graceful appearance. When they are planted in the right place, maintenance requirements can be low. Evergreen tree maintenance requires careful watering and mulching, occasional fertilizing, and pruning. Read on… Read More
How to Protect Your Trees and Shrubs from Snow and Ice Damage
As January moves in, winter grows stronger. With increased winter weather, your trees and shrubs can be impacted by falling snow and heavy ice formations. These winter events can have negative consequences, but there are actions you can take to… Read More
Put Your Garden Soil to Bed for the Winter
Once soil temperatures drop below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, the biological activity within the soil will significantly slow down. The lifeforms within the soil will hibernate through the winter. During winter, the soil is not expected to improve or change, yet… Read More
What to Know About Pruning Ornamental Plants
Plant pruning is the removal of undesirable portions of a plant. The dormant season is a great time to assess your plants and determine whether any pruning is required. Pruning is an excellent way to clear your plants of infected,… Read More
Bermudagrass Athletic Field Basic Program
Last week we discussed cool-season turf athletic field management. Bermudagrass (warm season) athletic fields are becoming more popular in our area. Following is a basic program that will put your bermudagrass athletic fields in good condition.
How to Maintain Your Natural Turf Athletic Field During Football Season
The fall and winter months see the peak of football season, and with it, extra wear put on natural turf athletic fields. Neglecting careful maintenance of your natural turf during the on-season can result in fields that are unsafe for… Read More