by Joe Yedowitz | Jul 6, 2012 | Gardens / Landscapes, Tips / Advice
Plants really are our friends…for the most part. When it comes to poison ivy, oak and sumac, on the other hand, a better term to use would probably be, “frenemies.” Each of these plants releases a toxin known as “urushiol,” which causes an itchy, red rash that can...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jun 22, 2012 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation
Each tree, shrub, vine, flower and grass plant on your property needs adequate water to survive. When rainfall is scarce, keeping everything sufficiently watered can be a challenge. We’ve all been there…dragging hoses around, trying to put the right amounts of water...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jun 16, 2012 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation, Lawn Tips, Seasonal Tips
What a spring so far…we started off with 70+ degree-days in March and it was cool and wet for most of May. Mother nature certainly is challenging us this year. LAWN UPDATE There may be a Fungus Among-us…. Not sure if you are seeing it, but I am. There is Red thread...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jun 8, 2012 | Gardens / Landscapes, Lawn Tips
Compost heaps work by generating intense heat and biological activity, breaking down all materials you include into a rich, organic substance that works wonderfully as a soil amendment. The ingredients for successful composting are pretty standard: water, air, and...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jun 1, 2012 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation, Lawn Tips
As spring is approaching there are a few things you should keep in mind when it comes to lawn care; here are a couple tips that can help you to ensure your landscape is ready for this season! When is the best time to prune flowering shrubs? Pruning is a regular,...
by Joe Yedowitz | May 25, 2012 | Decorative, Gardens / Landscapes
They say that nothing lasts forever, and if you have a wooden deck that is getting on in years, you can probably relate. With summer right around the corner, this is a great time for redoing your deck or making improvements. Consider a more durable option Synthetic...
