by Joe Yedowitz | May 15, 2014 | Seasonal Tips, Tips / Advice
As I mentioned last week, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a method used to control pests in the garden by choosing the least invasive methods possible first and working up the ladder as needed. Before you can manage the problem, however, you have to know that...
by Joe Yedowitz | May 8, 2014 | Tips / Advice
Perhaps you have been searching for help with a garden pest and run across the acronym IPM. This strategy should be a key part of your garden maintenance, but what is it? IPM stands for Integrated Pest Management. It is a system of controlling pests using a variety of...
by Joe Yedowitz | May 1, 2014 | Tips / Advice, Uncategorized
When we think of fertilizer in our gardens, lawns and vegetable plants spring to our minds quickly. However, making a plan for fertilizing trees and shrubs is essential for their long term health. Fertilizer Helps Your Trees and Shrubs Eat When you add fertilizer to...
by Joe Yedowitz | Apr 24, 2014 | Lawn Tips, Tips / Advice
Over the growing season, you will need to perform some weed maintenance in your lawn so that the appearance is more uniform and the grass is healthier since there is less competition for nutrients and water. Use a Pre-Emergent In the spring, especially if you are...
by Joe Yedowitz | Apr 10, 2014 | Seasonal Tips, Tips / Advice, Uncategorized
The days are warming up and it is time to fire up your sprinkler system for the growing season. You need to be careful, though, so you don’t cause damage to your system. Locate Your Sprinkler Shut Off Valves At the end of fall every year, you should be...
by Joe Yedowitz | Apr 3, 2014 | Decorative, Seasonal Tips, Tips / Advice, Uncategorized
If you are looking to revitalize your garden, try adding some annuals. They only last one growing season, so if you decide you don’t like how they look, you can just try different plants next year. You can include plants like tropical species that might...