How is a tree service different from a landscaping service?
Unlike landscaping companies whose specialties lie in caring for lawns, shrubs and gardens, hardscaping and providing light tree trimming, tree care services specifically specialize in pruning, trimming and removing trees. Because landscaping and tree care services are so vastly different, it is important that homeowners and property owners realize the many ways that they differ…
Read MoreHow to properly protect your sprinkler system in cold weather
Most people know that winter brings the need for special preparations, some of which are more fun than others. We break out the sweaters and dress warmer, we make sure that our heating systems are running properly and turn up the thermostats and we wrap our trees and plants with cloth so that they are…
Read MoreCan I burn leaves in my backyard to get rid of them?
While you may detest the sight of leaves piled up in your yard and think that the easiest way to rid yourself of them is by setting them ablaze and watching them disappear into a tiny mound of ashes, there are a few complications with doing so. The simple answer to the question of, “Can…
Read MoreHow to Keep Mosquitoes Away with MistAway Systems
We all love being outdoors in the months of spring, summer and early fall, but none of us love dealing with the mosquitoes. Not only are they annoying, but they also carry diseases, so it’s important to keep them at bay in every way possible. One of the best methods is the use of MistAway…
Read MoreEssential Oil: What You Need to Know About Horticultural Oil
For property owners with environmental concerns, the use of pesticides often proves an issue, which is why horticultural oil provides a great and effective solution without being hazardous. Most types of horticultural oil use mineral oil, which is a refined petroleum product. Vegetable oils such as cottonseed oil and soybean oil are also effective yet…
Read MoreUnderstanding What Makes the Best Fertilizer for Your Shrubs
Lovers of low-maintenance landscaping love shrubs because they are precisely that: low maintenance. Even so, they sometimes still need shrub fertilizer to fully reach their potential and stay as healthy as possible. Shrubs in landscaping often grow under stressful conditions and in environments outside of one natural to them. Proper fertilization accounts for these conditions…
Read MoreKnowing the Best Practices for Trimming Palm Trees
As with any trees, the best method of trimming palm trees requires some understanding of what you’re looking at when holding those shears in your hands. You can’t just decide that the tree looks overgrown and needs a trim. Knowing which parts of the tree are removable is key, as is WHY they might look…
Read MoreAllergy-Free Landscaping to Make Your Garden Beautiful
When most of us think of landscaping, we tend to picture colorful plants, trees and flowers vibrantly bursting from the ground. We think of their beauty and their fragrance and the way they add so much life to a property. For those of us with allergies, we also think of the pollen and how our…
Read MoreUsing Grading & Sloping of Lawn to Deal with Surface Water Runoff
Rene West of Executive Landscaping discusses how using land sloping can draw water away from your building and prevent water damage and flooding. Learn more about how to resolve drainage issues in your yard or commercial property by visiting these blog posts: Solving Drainage Issues? Call a Yard Drainage Expert. 4 Ways to Solved Landscaping…
Read MoreUsing Beneficial Garden Insects to Help Your Garden Thrive
Aside from butterflies, most people don’t look at insects and think, “I would love to have some of those hanging out in my garden – aren’t they just wonderful?” Instead, we see those bugs as pests, lumping them all together in one big pile as “undesirables.” But rather than making all insects and bugs (there…
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