Did you know that smart landscaping can save water, help reduce waste, and lower your summer energy bills? By strategically placing your trees, shrubs and other landscaping elements, you can help to block heat from reaching your home, which can keep your home cooler, decreasing cooling usage, and thus summer energy bills. Here are some …
The simple answer to the question What is the best time of year to plant trees? is during the in-between seasons; when the weather is not too hot, but not too cold either. This is the time that plants and landscaping thrive. We know that the last thing you want is to spend time and …
For those of you that love the warmth, the good news is, it’s officially spring! Now is the time to start focusing on your home’s exterior. There are some spring home maintenance tasks that are perfect for April. Here are some specific home maintenance checklist items that should be completed this month: ☐ Check your …
The most common reason why homeowners add landscaping to their home is for aesthetic appeal, and to add an extra pop to their home’s exterior appearance. While curb appeal is an important area to focus on, there are actually several other benefits of landscaping that fall under the categories of environmental, social, psychological, physical, and …
A natural swimming pool is an in-ground swimming pool that utilizes natural processes to clean the water instead of harsh chemicals. The actual swim zone of natural pools exists below the surface of the water. To put it into perspective, imagine a wall; on one side is the regeneration (recharge) or “purification” zone, and on …
It’s not uncommon for homeowners to forget about, or ignore their trees in winter. However, winter is actually the perfect, and most important time, to start planning your tree, plant health, and pest control plans for the warmer months. As we quickly approach March, spring will be here before you know it. So, what should …
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