While plants make up a garden, the insects and animals that live among them make the garden. Pollinators enable the propagation of all the various plants and allow us to have food. In a backyard landscape, the health of the… Read More
Archive for the ‘Landscape Maintenance’ Category
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Best Perennials for Maryland
Hundreds of thousands of plant species exist, and all are wonderful and colorful. However, some plants are better adapted to some climates more than others, and the same goes for species in Maryland. The Old Line State has hundreds of… Read More
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Benefits of a Butterfly Garden
Spring is in full swing at the beginning of April this year. The birds are singing, the bugs are buzzing, and the trees and flowers are blooming. There’s no time like now to rejuvenate the garden. There are many types… Read More
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When to Plant In the Spring
The spring season is upon us in all its floral and green glory. It is an early spring, and people are looking forward to enjoying nature around the house. If there’s any place one ought to enjoy the outdoors, it’s… Read More
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Different Types of Mulch
The time to think about gardens and landscaping is nigh; within a month, the weather shall turn warm, and the plants bloom to their fullest. While one may consider nature’s loveliness during this time, one must also tend to the… Read More
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How to Maintain Your Evergreen Shrubs
Evergreen shrubs are the perfect solution for having color in your yard throughout the year. They are also low-maintenance, making them popular among backyards in Maryland. They come in various species; besides spruces, hemlock, cypress, and pine, you also have… Read More
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Commercial Landscape Maintenance
The landscape around a commercial structure ought to be an inviting and safe place to lead up to the building. It consists of not only flowers and trees, but also hardscapes like sidewalks, driveways, and outdoor features like benches and… Read More
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Ideas for Commercial Landscaping Design
Commercial spaces like office buildings and shopping centers often have inviting exteriors. The face and form of the architecture are tasteful and establishes trust between customers and tenants. However, the building is not the only part of the story. Landscaping… Read More
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Winter Landscaping in Maryland
Winters in Maryland are famous for their dramatic temperature changes; one day, it may be snowing, and the next it’s 70 degrees! A more severe winter comes every few years with a snowfall of several feet. Other winters, regardless, come… Read More
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Tree Removal: Signs It’s Got to Go
Trees are magnificent creations; however, they also can get sick and old and wither away. In the forest, dying trees make excellent homes and food sources for woodpeckers, fungi, and other creatures. When a dead tree is next to your… Read More