by Green Thumb Expert | Dec 15, 2014 | Hardscaping, Landscaping
Hardscape projects are still possible to install during winter months. Since every winter is different, some tend to be more milder than others. This winter seems to be off to a slow start. The early snow in mid November had us all fooled. Cooler than normal...
by Green Thumb Expert | Dec 10, 2014 | Seasonal, Shrubs and Trees
Living Christmas trees are gaining popularity because of their ability to be planted in the spring instead of being discarded after the Christmas season. Living Christmas trees are potted trees that have not been cut down. The root ball of the tree is still fully in...
by Green Thumb Expert | Dec 8, 2014 | Seasonal, Shrubs and Trees
Real Christmas trees are a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Just like caring for live plants, real Christmas trees also require some work so that they look their best. Starting from the time the tree gets cut, to the time it gets in your house, there are a...
by Green Thumb Expert | Nov 25, 2014 | Annuals and Perennials, Landscaping
Spring planting may seem like a long ways away now, but it will honestly be here before you know it. If you are a contractor or a home owner that installs a lot of annuals in your spring planting, then winter is a great time to lay out your plan of attack. A good...
by Green Thumb Expert | Nov 18, 2014 | Snow Removal
Snow piles can cause you as much grief as the initial snow fall does, if they are not placed properly. Snow removal is not as simple as just pushing snow off of a parking lot and making snow piles. For most reputable companies, there is actually a lot of thought and...
by Green Thumb Expert | Nov 12, 2014 | Equipment Reviews, Snow Removal
Snow shovels are a labor intensive alternative to snow blowers. If you don’t have the luxury of using a snow blower, or your property cannot support its operation, then it looks like you are stuck using snow shovels. Like with anything, not all snow shovels...
by Green Thumb Expert | Nov 11, 2014 | Equipment Reviews, Snow Removal
The best snow blower actually depends a lot on personal preference and your expectations. If you are a low or moderate snow blower user, then a small single stage may be the best snow blower for you. If you tend to have heavy, wet snow in some frequency, then the...
by Green Thumb Expert | Nov 10, 2014 | General, Seasonal, Snow Removal
Snow blower maintenance is an important part of keeping your machine ready to work. With the snow season nearing, it is time to wipe off the dust on your snow blower. There are a few things to look out for when getting your snow blower ready for this winter. The...
by Green Thumb Expert | Nov 6, 2014 | Snow Removal
Ice melt products can aid in your fight against ice and snow build-up. Not all ice melt products are created the same or have the same ingredients. It is important to know what you are buying and how effective the product really is. Most all ice melt products...
by Green Thumb Expert | Nov 5, 2014 | General, Seasonal, Snow Removal
Snow flagging is one of the most efficient ways to reduce snow plow damage. There are a few things to keep in mind when snow flagging. First, snow flagging is intended to help establish snow piles. Snow flags are not meant to last through an entire winter. With...