News
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It’s raining, it’s pouring, and it’s a good time for a landscape site assessment
Published on April 12, 2013
Look on the bright side, recent soggy conditions provide a good opportunity to identify potential problem spots in your landscape. -
Protecting trees and shrubs from frost damage
Published on April 11, 2013
“Tried and true” method of covering plants with lightweight fabric is usually the best protection during frost advisories. -
Gardeners frustrated with heavy deer damage this season
Published on April 10, 2013
2013 sees heavy landscape damage as hungry deer forage on trees, shrubs and other garden favorites. -
Delightful daylilies: Sharpen your shovels then divide and conquer
Published on April 9, 2013
Everyone’s garden favorite, the daylily, will perform better when divided every three to five years. -
Fertilizing your vegetable garden
Published on April 4, 2013
When it comes to fertilizing your vegetable garden this spring, don’t guess – soil test! -
Protecting your home from wildfire is an ongoing endeavor
Published on April 4, 2013
The spring wildfire season is delayed because of lingering snowstorms. However, homeowners should inspect their property to eliminate hazards that could lead to the can burn their homes and damage their property from spreading wildfires. -
Preserve landscapes and gardens by discouraging deer, woodchucks and rabbits
Published on April 3, 2013
Prevent landscape pests like deer, woodchucks and rabbits from damaging your landscape or garden with these tips. -
Plant buds signal the beginning of spring
Published on April 2, 2013
In woody plants, the buds signal the end of eco-dormancy and the start of spring growth. -
Brown marmorated stink bugs: Resources for identifying them and their hosts
Published on April 1, 2013
An identification guide for brown marmorated stink bugs is now available online, as well as an extensive list of host plants. -
Reduce lawn and garden damage caused by moles, skunks and raccoons
Published on March 12, 2013
What you can do to discourage pests such as moles, skunks and raccoons from digging up your yard and garden.