How To Capture Flowers With Your Camera
Spring is here and if you love taking pictures of your garden here is a helpful link with tips on how to capture flowers when it's bloom time:…
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Gardening and landscaping tips.
Seasonal advice from our crew, gathered over years of working in Hudson Valley yards.
Timing It Right For Weed Control
So today is the first day of Spring……...and there is snow on the ground! Don't fret, you will be able to put away your snowsuits and shovels soon and replace…
Do You Know Your Hardiness Zone?
Spring is almost here and nurseries will soon be stocking their shops with spring flowers and plants. And although it may be tempting to buy just because it…
9 Reasons Why Leaf Raking Is Worth Your Time
Have you been debating if you should forgo leaf raking until the Springtime? If you haven't been mowing over your leaves (Read my blog post on leaf mulching)…
4 Easy Ways To Protect Your Garden From Frost Heave
Have you ever wondered why in the Spring your plants look like they've been uplifted from the ground leaving your roots exposed? No need to be alarmed, frost…
15 Autumn Chores To Do Now For Your Home and Garden
Does the recent change in weather make you want to put all your garden tools away and wait until Spring to fix things up? Before you decide to throw in your…
Saving A Tree After Hurricane Sandy
Did the hurricane leave you with fallen trees and snapped branches? Here are the 3 types of storm injuries and what steps to take to increase its chances of…
A Shooting Fungus that can Wreak Havoc on your Siding.
How to tell if you have an artillery fungus living in your mulch. I recently received an e-mail from a customer who discovered these tiny black specks on her…
The Dangers Of Hiring An Unlicensed Contractor
Did you know that hiring an unlicensed contractor exposes you to hidden risks? Before you hire a landscaper it's a good idea to check with your local licensing…
Want Some Free Nutrients For Your Lawn?
As the leaves start dwindling down from the sky add back some nutrients to the soil by re-using the leaves. Some municipalities have taken the initiative to…
Top 5 Plants for Fall Color
It can get overwhelming when you visit a nursery to select Autumn plants. Here's a quick list to help you bring color to your landscape. Stonecrop (Sedum Autumn…
A Quick Autumn Task to Boost Your Lawn in the Spring
Yay! My favorite season is here and while we wait for the trees to display their array of colors, the soil conditions makes it the perfect time to give your…