Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a sustainable approach to managing pests by combining biological, cultural, physical and chemical tools in a way that minimizes economic, health, and environmental risks. When it comes to our landscapes, we tend to focus more on the beauty and appearance of our properties and neglect the fact that our landscapes… [Read More]
How a Proactive Pest Management Approach Helps Your Landscaping Efforts More Then Using Chemicals Alone
September 1, 2017 By
Lawn Care & Landscaping Services Buyer’s Guide: #1 What Is Your Landscaping Situation?
August 17, 2017 By
Looking to hire or replace a professional lawn maintenance company? We’ve created this Lawn Care Services Buyer’s Guide Blog Series to make your decision as easy as possible. First things first!… Before you can interview a landscaping company you will need to figure out what your landscaping situation is and decide on what services you want to acquire. What Landscaping… [Read More]
Lawn Care Tips – What Kind of Fertilizer Should I Use On My Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky Lawn?
August 15, 2017 By
Most grass in the Greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky area are cool season grasses like Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass, and Fescue. Cool season grasses will go dormant and turn brown in extreme heat, prolonged heat waves, or drought. It is very important to buy the right type of fertilizer for your cool season grass and to follow… [Read More]
Tree Care Tips – How Best to Water Your Trees To Keep Them Healthy
July 7, 2017 By
When dry weather continues for an extended period, landscape trees depend on homeowners for water. Many urban and landscape trees have been lost due to drought, so it’s important to take care of surviving trees and nurture replacement trees with proper watering. Many homeowners assume rain will provide enough water for trees. But your watering… [Read More]
Tips On How To Setup Exterior Lighting For Your Home Or Office
June 2, 2017 By
Homeowners spend considerable time making sure the exterior of their home is something beautiful to behold, addressing such key elements as the architectural details on the home’s facade and attractive landscaping. But homeowners often overlook something that can make their home continue to stand out after the sun goes down. Quality outdoor landscape lighting can… [Read More]
Tips for Pruning Your Trees and Shrubs in the Winter Months (The Best Time to Prune Some Plants)
October 25, 2016 By
It’s cold but it’s time to have your trees and shrubs pruned. Winter is the best time of year to prune deciduous plants which are most of the shrubs and trees in the Northern Kentucky / Cincinnati area. Trees and Shrubs that are pruned in the winter will literally spring into spring with more vigor that if you didn’t… [Read More]
Landscaping Tips – Why You Should use a Professional to Plant Shrubs and Trees in Your Yard
August 10, 2016 By
Many people see a tree or shrub they like, buy it and plant it. Then, they discover that the plant isn’t thriving as they expected. Here are some reasons why it is best to leave the planting of shrubs and trees to the professionals… Choosing the Right Plants To Use A professional landscaper will have… [Read More]
Landscaping Tips – How to Pick the Best Mulch For Your Project
August 5, 2016 By
Mulching your landscaping can be time consuming and exhausting and that is one reason why choosing the correct mulch is important. However, most importantly, the right mulch not only can help decrease the growth of weeds, provide nutrition for your plants, it can also protect your plants’ roots from extreme temperatures. The following are some… [Read More]
5 Landscape Enhancements That Improve Home Owner Associations (HOA) in the Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky Area…
July 18, 2016 By
So many things in life require a lot of time, money, and stress. Fortunately, enhancing your landscaping isn’t one of them! Here are five easy ways to add value and a WOW factor to your HOA without breaking the bank… Plant Around Focal points There are some spots around your HOA that you would like… [Read More]
Lawn Care & Landscaping Services Buyer’s Guide: #3 What Are the Special Conditions of Your Yard That Can Impact Its Care and Maintenance?
June 22, 2016 By
Looking to hire or replace a professional lawn maintenance company? We’ve created this Lawn Care Services Buyer’s Guide Blog Series to make your decision as easy as possible. You’ve figured out your landscaping situation, what services you need, and which tasks you want to complete yourself. Now you need to figure out what is special about your yard so… [Read More]
