How do I keep disease away from my plants?

With a few DIY techniques Keep your garden clean. Pick up plant debris, remove dying stems or branches, weed the area regularly, and toss the debris in the garbage. Fertilize just enough to keep your plants happy – too much fertilizer promotes weak growth which is...

How do I permanently get rid of weeds?

This is a tough one. The conditions that are good for plant growth are naturally good for weed growth. But, there are steps you can take to prevent weed growth early on, and remove weeds if they do appear. First of all, use a landscaping fabric in your flower beds and...

Why is professional lawn maintenance so important?

Whether or not you hire a professional is up to you, but paying meticulous attention to your lawn will provide a multitude of benefits. It’ll give you a great space for your family to enjoy, increase the value of your home, provide oxygen to the environment, and cool...

What is the benefit of adding mulch to flower beds?

There are many benefits, including: Helping the soil retain moisture Contributing to soil health as the breakdown of the mulch happens over time Blocking the sunlight to pesky weeds, helping to keep them at bay Repelling insects, depending on the type of mulch used...

Does adding more plants to my landscape help the environment?

Absolutely! Every living plant does its job to filter carbon dioxide out of the environment — one tree alone can remove 26 pounds of CO2 annually, equaling about 11,000 miles of vehicle emissions. Plants also help keep debris and pollution out of our water supply. On...