by Green Thumb Expert | Mar 25, 2013 | Shrubs and Trees, Turf Grass
Drought damage on plants and trees caused by last years dry conditions might not have been fully visible. Long term drought damaged sustained by plants and trees might show itself this season. Some plants and trees dropped their leaves when the drought conditions...
by Green Thumb Expert | Mar 25, 2013 | Fertilizer Products, Turf Grass, Weed Control
Spring lawn care should start-up in the next few weeks if the weather cooperates. Even though we have had some recent snow falls, temperatures will start to warm up soon or at least we so hope. Now is the perfect time to start thinking about your spring lawn care...
by Green Thumb Expert | Mar 4, 2013 | Annuals and Perennials, Shrubs and Trees
Early spring bloomers can gear your landscape up for the coming season. Whether you have perennials, shrubs or trees, early spring bloomers will definitely get you in the mood to start landscaping. Some of the best early spring bloomers are bulb flowers. Daffodil...
by Green Thumb Expert | Feb 20, 2013 | Annuals and Perennials, Equipment Reviews, Landscaping, Shrubs and Trees
Hole auger’s are a great tool to have in your landscape arsenal. If you do a lot of planting, it may be worth investing in a hole auger. Hole auger’s allow the operator to dig through rocky or compacted soil. Rocky and compacted soil is difficult to dig...
by Green Thumb Expert | Feb 20, 2013 | Turf Grass, Weed Control
Broadleaf herbicide is the preferred treatment product for broadleaf weeds commonly found in turf grass. Since spring is right around the corner, broadleaf weeds will start popping up when the warm weather returns. Proper identification of the weed will determine...
by Green Thumb Expert | Feb 11, 2013 | Landscaping, Shrubs and Trees
Privacy landscaping can reduce your exposure from unwanted on looker’s. Most privacy landscaping is done through the use of fencing or plant screens. Plant screens are a natural way to block the view of your property. There are many different varieties of...
by Green Thumb Expert | Feb 11, 2013 | Landscaping, Shrubs and Trees
Poolscapes are a great way to tie in your landscape with your pool. For those home owners that do have an out-door pool, consider installing plants and planters to soften the look of your pool. Poolscapes are basically any landscaping or hardscaping done near or...
by Green Thumb Expert | Feb 8, 2013 | Seasonal, Turf Grass
Prepare your lawn for spring by getting rid of the mess left over from winter. If you live in an area that receives snow, chances are that you have not done any yard work lately. Over the course of winter your lawn may become damaged or experience a matting from the...
by Green Thumb Expert | Feb 8, 2013 | Seasonal, Turf Grass
Spring clean up time is quickly approaching. With the minimal amount of snow fall this winter and the onset of warmer temperatures, it looks like spring is coming. One of the most important things that you can do for your lawn is to perform a spring clean up. ...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jan 28, 2013 | General, Shrubs and Trees
Home grown fruit is a good way to provide fresh produce to your family. Home grown fruit can also add eye appeal to your property. Some home-grown fruit such as strawberries, produce flowers that can add an attractive element to your landscape. Depending on the...
