Spring Lawn Care Tips
Posted on 13. Mar, 2011 by Brad in Tips and Tricks
Spring Lawn Care Tips There are many Sping Lawn Care Tips out there , although cleaning up your yard may seem like a “no brainer ” there are a few simple tips that you need to keep in mind. 1) Get all the debris rock gravel & sticks off the turf 2) Fertilize all planting beds […]
Winter Pruning
Posted on 28. Jan, 2011 by Brad in Tips and Tricks
Winter is a great time for pruning your trees and shrubs, because insects are not out to transmit disease. You will not have guests outside so this time of year you can prune your plants severely. If you are a do it yourself landscaper get outside on a nice winter day and go for it! […]
5 Things to Consider When Hiring a Contractor
Posted on 29. Dec, 2010 by Brad in Tips and Tricks
Price Price is not always the main factor. Although we are all looking to save money when hiring a contractor, price should not be how you make your decision. There should be several other things that influence your decision including their reputation, whether or not they have insurance, and the quality of service the contractor provides. Reputation […]
Prevent Winter Plant Damage
Posted on 13. Dec, 2010 by Brad in Tips and Tricks
Salt Damage Salt used for deicing walks and roads in winter can cause damage to plants. To prevent salt damage, do not plant trees and shrubs in highly salted areas. Avoid areas where salty runoff collects or where salt spray is occurs, or if you are going to use salt tolerant plants (Street Trees) Animal […]
Poinsettia Care: Top 5 Do’s and Dont’s
Posted on 11. Dec, 2010 by Brad in Tips and Tricks
DO’s Place your plant in indirect sunlight for at least six hours per day. If direct sun can’t be avoided, diffuse the light with a shade or sheer curtain. Provide room temperatures between 68 – 70° F. Generally speaking, if you are comfortable, so is your poinsettia. Water your plant when the soil feels dry […]
Is Your Christmas Tree A Fire Hazard?
Posted on 07. Dec, 2010 by Brad in Tips and Tricks
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), approximately one tenth of one percent (0.12%) of residential fires involve a Christmas Tree — both real and artificial. At no time can a Real Christmas Tree start or cause a fire. Christmas Trees DO NOT spontaneously combust. In 1998 more than 32 million Real Christmas Trees were used […]
