by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 27, 2012 | Grading and Drainage, Seeding and Sodding, Turf Grass
Erosion control can be accomplished in a number of ways. With any installation of new seed or sod in your lawn, there is always a chance of erosion. Erosion control is needed more frequent in seeded lawns because seed is not near as heavy as sod and tends to wash...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 27, 2012 | General, Grading and Drainage, Landscaping
Down spout erosion can be a huge problem if it is not managed properly. Most down spout erosion issues are caused by water flow in some way or another. Erosion can be caused by the lack of ground cover or absence of a proper retaining system. It is important to...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 26, 2012 | General, Grading and Drainage
Proper drainage will reduce water problems in your yard. Making sure that you have the proper drainage tile set up for the disbursement of water run off is important in making sure that water is removed from the foundation of your building or home. Most homes and...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 26, 2012 | General, Grading and Drainage
Proper finish grading contributes to the ability of water to flow across your lawn. One area often overlooked in landscape projects is drainage issues. Whether it is from down spout run off to lawn run off, drainage issues play a role in landscapes. When working on...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 24, 2012 | Hardscaping, Landscaping
Retaining wall products come in many shapes and sizes. These retaining wall products are constructed out of many types of material depending on the application or purpose. Walls can be constructed using engineered concrete products or using natural products. If you...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 24, 2012 | Hardscaping, Landscaping
Decorative retaining walls, functional retaining walls and structurally engineered walls are all types of retaining walls. Site selection for retaining walls is determined by the area that needs retaining. There are various reasons for the installation of retaining...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 23, 2012 | Landscaping
Retaining wall installation should include proper water drainage. It is important to use proper material to ensure the effectiveness of your retaining wall installation. If your retaining wall installation was done by a professional, care should have been taken by...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 23, 2012 | General, Grounds Maintenance, Landscaping
Maintaining paver patios after installation is the best way to keep them looking their best. Having any extensive landscaping done to your property is an investment. Maintaining paver patios after the installation is important to help ensure their beauty and...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 20, 2012 | Annuals and Perennials, Shrubs and Trees
With the lack of rain this year, it is time to start watering plants. If you are like many of us across eastern Iowa your lawn is probably crispy and your plants are not living up to their full potential. Every day that passes without rain fall puts your plants more...
by Green Thumb Expert | Jul 19, 2012 | Grounds Maintenance, Turf Grass
Power edging is a service often overlooked by most property owners. If you have a established lawn and haven’t edged your property in a while, now is the perfect time to do so. Power edging is the mechanical removal of over grown sod on concrete areas by a...
