Many people always want to get in some last minute planting before the season is over. It is almost always followed up with the question-is it an ideal time to plant? The answer is yes and here is why. Fall is ideal because the climate is favorable meaning cooler days and nights and likely plenty […]
Aerating and More Aerating season is upon us. In last month’s newsletter I discussed the importance of observing your lawns. I’m sure with it raining almost every day for the last two weeks that it’s pretty green, but there is more to keeping a lawn happy. Lawns like to breathe. We accomplish this through core […]
The summer months are not the time for lawn renovating-the fall months are. Then why am I writing about it now you are probably asking yourself. I chose to focus on this in this newsletter because it will give you time to start observing your lawn. Summer is a time where lawns can sometimes take […]
I try to be accommodating and get everyones beds in order with mulching as timely as possible. As I have begun mulching already, I would like to take the time to discuss some of the benefits of mulching. Some you may know and others you may not. The first reason that probably comes to mind […]
Let’s face it, crabgrass is a nuisance to those of us who wish to have a beautiful, lush lawn. There are several problems when attempting to combat crabgrass. The first problem is the seeds from crabgrass can lie dormant in soil for years. Another problem is hot, dry summer conditions that are tough on “good” grass is beneficial to crabgrass. […]
It’s about that time again! The time where we go from the dreary winter months to blue skies, blossoming flowers, and the smell of a fresh cut lawn. In this newsletter I have enclosed tips to a healthy startup for your yard. Some you may already do, and some you may consider to get your […]
Planting can be done anytime of the year, but planting in the fall is one of the best times. Because of the temperatures in the fall, plants have a better chance at establishing roots before the following hot summer temperatures and possibly dry conditions. There is also less chance of shock to plants, especially when […]
The spring and summer months, even the early fall months are a great time to spend outdoors. Have you considered adding a feature to your property that may allow you to enjoy your outdoors more? First some things you may consider are your needs, budget, and then your amount of space. Are you looking to […]
After a very mild winter, spring seems to be coming a little earlier than normal-or is it? As none of us have complained about the 60’s and 70’s and even 80’s we have been having this March, we may be in for a rude awakening for the start of next week. It seems as though […]
This year I will be participating in the Western New England Home Show the weekend of March 5th and 6th. It will be held at the O’Neill Center at Western Connecticut State University located at 43 Lake Avenue Ext., Danbury, CT 06810. For many of you it’s only minutes away! At the show I am […]