There are a few different types of winter damage that lawns may suffer during the winter. You may not even be aware of this damage until the ground thaws and snow disappears in spring. Problems like snow mold, voles, crown… Read More
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How to Protect Young Evergreen Trees and Shrubs from Winter Burn
If you have relatively young or newly planted evergreen trees and shrubs on your property, you may think that they are thriving through the ice and snow of winter. However, sometimes when warmer weather comes back in spring, evergreen foliage… Read More
The Benefits of Landscapes
It is easy to appreciate well-managed lawns and landscapes, but you may not know that their real value goes much deeper. Taking care to manage your landscape, and maintain healthy grass, trees, flowers, and shrubs, can make a huge difference… Read More
The Truth Behind Late Fall Seeding Myths
Many homeowners may be reluctant to seed their lawn in the fall. They may worry that waiting until late fall to begin seeding will mean that their lawn will not fully benefit from new growth. The truth is that late… Read More
Preparing Your Trees and Shrubs for Winter
Although trees will remain dormant through winter, they are not immune to the cold and dry conditions. Although they may not show it, trees do experience the stress of harsh winter weather. A lack of water does the most damage,… Read More
Test Your Soil Now; Don’t Wait Until Spring
Soil testing is a regular part of landscape maintenance, and like most landscaping tasks, people tend to practice it during the spring. However, conducting a soil test in the fall may be more efficient and economical than waiting for the… Read More
4 Ways to Repurpose Fallen Leaves This Autumn
Autumn is a scenic time of year here on the East Coast as tree leaves change into brilliant reds and oranges then eventually fall to the ground, covering entire yards. Although those leaves look beautiful at first, they are technically… Read More
How to Select and Plant Shrubs in the Fall
Shrubs come in many varieties and can add stunning beauty and design to your landscape. When selecting your new shrubs, there are many factors to consider, including privacy, contrast, texture, shade, and flowers. Once you’ve selected shrubs, you have to… Read More
What You Need to Know About Overseeding a Lawn
If your lawn is looking weak and thin, overseeding can help you reinvigorate your lawn and return the thick, lush, green turf you prefer. Overseeding consists of spreading grass seed over your existing lawn, which helps thicken up thin areas…. Read More
How to Save Time and Money with Fall Landscaping
Landscapes change and shift throughout the year, evolving through each season. Even though your landscape has an annual lifecycle, this does not mean you need to start fresh every year. Implementing year-round landscape management strategies will help you extend your… Read More
Four Maryland Weeds to Look For in Late Summer
You may imagine that after a spring and summer of sprouting, weeds would be ready to take a break with the rest of the plant world. Unfortunately, some weeds prefer sprouting during the cooler temperatures of fall. These weeds may… Read More
How to Prepare Your Landscape for Fall
Fall clean-up is essential in preserving the health and look of your landscape. Cleaning up helps prevent damage in the winter and can help your plants thrive again once spring arrives. As you prepare for the arrival of autumn and… Read More