During the winter, trees are subjected to cold winter nights and sunny days and the temperature fluctuations that come with those changes. After moving between cold and warm temperatures every day, you may notice that your tree develops cracks –… Read More
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What Is Pruning? Everything You Want to Know
Pruning is the removal of undesirable portions of a plant. Every pruning cut should be well planned because each cut can affect the plant’s growth. After pruning, a plant must seal off every new cut and will do so by… Read More
Preventing Winter Lawn Diseases: A Guide for a Healthy Lawn
As winter settles in, your lawn undergoes changes that can make it vulnerable to various diseases. While the cold weather may slow down the growth of grass, it doesn’t mean your lawn is immune to potential threats. Winter lawn diseases… Read More
How to Treat and Protect Ice-Covered Trees and Shrubs
During the cold winter months, you may notice icicles hanging from your shrub and tree branches. The branches may eleven be coated in ice. While this may look picturesque, the ice can damage vulnerable shrubs and trees. Fortunately, there are… Read More
Use Winter to Improve Your Landscape
Here are some tips for improving and enjoying your home’s winter landscape.
Melting Ice Safely
Every winter, people apply ice-melting materials to sidewalks, driveways, and steps, often without knowledge of proper application methods and knowing what substances they are applying. Improper use of deicing products can damage both your home and the environment. Overusing some… Read More
Look Out for Winter Lawn Pests
While many plants and animals go dormant during the winter, you may forget about pests. While you may not notice pests as often as you do in the summer, many may be holed up in your lawn riding out the… Read More
How Can You Keep Trees Healthy This Winter?
Winter is the coldest time of the year and everyone wants to stay inside and get warm. Your trees and shrubs also want to seek comfort during this time of year and can have a challenging time surviving winter intact… Read More
The Four Most Significant Effects of Snow on Your Lawn
Winter is the time of year when plants, including your lawn, go dormant. When the plants are dormant, they are more resistant to harsh weather conditions and can more easily survive into spring. However, that doesn’t mean the plants are… Read More
How to Protect Shrubs From Winter Damage
Shrubs are an important component of your landscape, providing visual structure and perhaps even colorful flowers and foliage throughout the year. However, the coldest months of the year can be challenging for your landscape – and shrubs are no exception…. Read More
The Impact of Cold Weather on Your Lawn
Every season has a particular impact on the health and appearance of your lawn. How does winter and its cold weather impact your landscape? Winter can be challenging, especially when you factor in extended periods of snow and ice. Freezing… Read More
Can Morning Frosts Damage Your Lawn?
Your morning lawn covered in white frosty tips and a rising mist may look picturesque, but it can be a stressful sight for those with a recently established lawn. Are these morning frosts going to damage your lawn? Fortunately, frost… Read More