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    Plants to Help Deter Mosquitos

    June 2, 2026 / Landscaping, perennials, Pests & Insects

    Before we know it, we will be complaining about those pesky mosquitoes showing up making our outside activities a not so enjoyable time.  While chemicals can give some relief to kill adult mosquitoes, the sprays last as long as the residual is active.  There are options to plant strategic plants to help deter mosquitoes.  While, […]

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    How to Protect your Indoor Plants from Pesky Insects

    October 6, 2022 / fall, Pests & Insects

    The temps have definitely been feeling like fall. When the temperatures start to dip, it’s time to bring those houseplants inside that have been enjoying the warm summer outdoors. However, wait to march them inside just yet, before making sure those plants are clear of any little creatures making their way into your home! Most […]

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    Crabgrass Prevention

    Creeping Crabgrass is Back

    June 26, 2019 / Pests & Insects, Summer

    This spring was not a gardener’s friend and it found many people behind on their gardening to-do’s. One step that may have been left out this year is applying Crabgrass preventer to your lawn or applying it too late in the season. Crabgrass is an annual weed that germinates every year from seeds produced from […]

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    Evaluating Winter Animal Damage

    April 10, 2019 / Pests & Insects, Winter

    The long winter is almost behind us and as the snow has melted, there have been a few surprises left for us to find! While the snow was a great insulator for plants, it unfortunately also caused many of our animal friends to become very hungry due to buried food sources. Therefore, a favorite option […]

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    Identifying & Fighting Insects

    July 1, 2015 / Pests & Insects

    It is that time of year where you may discover lots branches with tiny little green or black insects on them and wonder what they are. 95% of the time those little insects are aphids.

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    How to Protect Arborvitae from Winter Damage

    Arborvitae are an important part of the landscape in our area; however

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    Help your arborvitae make it through winter! 🌲❄️ F Help your arborvitae make it through winter! 🌲❄️ From deep watering and moisture protection to preventing snow and ice damage, a little fall preparation can go a long way in keeping your evergreens healthy through the colder months.

Read the full blog on our website for tips on protecting your arborvitae from winter damage!
    🍂 Get your yard ready for winter! From lawn care a 🍂 Get your yard ready for winter! From lawn care and pruning to planting fall bulbs and protecting perennials, our October–November gardening timeline covers the essential tasks to help your landscape thrive through the colder months. 

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    ☀️ Hot, dry conditions can make keeping your lands ☀️ Hot, dry conditions can make keeping your landscape watered a challenge, but choosing the right plants can make a big difference! From yarrow and sedum to potentilla and juniper, there are plenty of perennials and shrubs that can thrive in drier conditions when planted and established properly. 🌿

Read our full blog on our website to learn more about drought-tolerant plants, soil preparation and how to help your landscape thrive during dry conditions.
    August is here, and there’s still plenty to do in August is here, and there’s still plenty to do in the garden! From harvesting vegetables and planting fall crops to adjusting your mowing height and keeping up with deadheading, a little August maintenance can help your landscape thrive through the rest of summer. 🌿

Visit our website to read our full August Gardening Timeline for helpful tips and seasonal tasks.
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