Summer Lawn Care – It’s tough during hot, sunny summer weather to keep your lawn looking green and healthy. It’s a challenge, but you can maintain the lawn you worked hard to establish this spring, even through the summer heat. Here are a few key strategies: Water Wisely In the heat, water your lawn deeply […]
Pruning Mistakes to Avoid
Pruning seems like an easy task – just grab your hand pruners or loppers and go to it. Well, not so fast. When done properly, pruning not only improves the look of the plant and your yard, but will help maintain the health and beauty of your trees and shrubs. If done hastily and without […]
How Landscaping Helps Support Local Wildlife
Landscaping makes our yards look great, but it also plays a crucial role in supporting local wildlife. As habitats are lost to development, it’s more important than ever for us to be aware of the need to protect biodiversity. Our landscaping can not only improve our home’s curb appeal, but create environments that benefit the […]
8 Mulch Do’s & Don’ts
Who doesn’t love mulching?! Many people don’t realize that mulch also offers many practical benefits in addition to the aesthetic improvements it makes in your yard. Unfortunately, making some of the common mistakes when you mulch can keep your soil and plants from reaping its benefits. Benefits of Mulching There are several ways mulch works […]
Planting Success: Maine’s Plant Hardiness Zones Have Changed!
Know Before You Grow: It’s Important to Review the Updated Zone Map in Maine The USDA released a new version of the Plant Hardiness Zones Map in 2023. The map is described as now being more specific and detailed. This map is updated and adjusted based on a 30-year average of the lowest annual winter […]
