by Joe Yedowitz | May 20, 2011 | Decorative, Gardens / Landscapes
Are you looking to brighten up your landscape but you just don’t have the space or time? Don’t worry; you can solve this problem by planting your very own mailbox garden! This arrangement can be the perfect splash of color for your landscape. With a few simple steps...
by Joe Yedowitz | May 12, 2011 | Gardens / Landscapes, Tips / Advice
When it comes to annuals and perennials they are quite similar. Each type of flower has its own characteristics. So when deciding here are some pointers: Annuals are flowers that last for one growing season. After the first frost they are done growing. Some examples...
by Joe Yedowitz | May 5, 2011 | Gardens / Landscapes, Tips / Advice
Frequent watering. Until their root systems are developed, new trees and shrubs can dry our very quickly. They should be watered daily during the first week after planting, with a deep watering once or twice a week after that. Supplemental watering will be especially...
by Joe Yedowitz | Apr 28, 2011 | Decorative, Gardens / Landscapes
SHOW IT OFF WITH OUTDOOR LIGHTING! Properly illuminated, your landscape will remain enjoyable long after the sun goes down. With strategic placement, landscape lights can enhance your property’s nighttime curb appeal. Plus, lighting can be used to increase both safety...
by Joe Yedowitz | Apr 2, 2011 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation, Tips / Advice
Though they may look healthy and insect-free, your trees and shrubs could be providing a home for some of their worst enemies at this very moment. Even if you can’t see any damage taking place, it’s possible that insect eggs and/or pupating larvae are posing a very...
by Joe Yedowitz | Mar 24, 2011 | Irrigation, Tips / Advice
It is clear to see that we have had a tough winter this year! We all know how much snow we’ve had to shovel, and how sore it can leave you! Well if your sore from shoveling all that snow, imagine how your lawn must feel from holding it all winter long!...
by Joe Yedowitz | Feb 26, 2011 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation
Spring is hopefully around the corner and eventually all of this white stuff will begin to melt. I am frequently asked if snow can damage lawns…. And my response is you MAY see some snow mold on your grass once the melting is finished. There are two types of...
by Joe Yedowitz | Feb 4, 2011 | Gardens / Landscapes, Irrigation, Tips / Advice
Managing a repeat lawn offender Crabgrass is very common in home lawns due to its tremendous reproductive capabilities. Just one crabgrass plant can produce thousands of seeds, and these seeds can remain in the soil for many years before sprouting. Since...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jan 19, 2011 | Decorative
Decorations can be rather expensive, especially when it comes to flowers and table arrangements. Now you can make your own centerpiece with a few materials. You will need: A basket with a plastic container inside of it. Oasis Flower Foam. Fresh Evergreen...
by Joe Yedowitz | Jan 4, 2011 | Irrigation, Tips / Advice
When thinking of New Years resolutions the first thing that comes to mind is probably not your yard, however, lawn care can be a simple way to improve the looks of your home. By being diligent with your yard work, your lawn can instantly become healthier. In order to...