What Affects the Longevity of Shrubs on Commercial Property?
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Date22 Jul 2019
Even simple shrubs can work wonders around a commercial building. Whether you are looking for color, privacy, structure, or wildlife, there is a shrub to fill each one of your needs! Shrubs grow on a smaller scale than trees and... Read More →
How to Keep Squirrels Away from Your Garden
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Date23 Apr 2019
As cute as squirrels may seem, they can be a real nuisance in your garden or yard. They do not spare fruits, bird seeds, your veggies, and even chew on the bark of trees. And if that seems bothersome, these... Read More →
How to Ensure Proper Lighting in Your Garden
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Date15 Apr 2019
From energy-efficient solar-powered lights to attractive electric lighting, from expert solutions from a landscape designer in Sonoma County to wireless connected systems, there is a myriad of options to light up your outdoors. Listed below are a few lighting solutions... Read More →
Building a Native Pollinator Garden
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Date22 Jan 2019
Have you ever considered planting a native pollinator garden in your outdoor space? If not, it may be time to do so. Pollinators, such as bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies, play a crucial role in a garden as they allow plants... Read More →
5 Secrets to a Low-maintenance Yard
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Date23 Aug 2018
Are you a gardener who loves to sit in your garden and listen to the birds, but rather not take care of overgrown shrubs, weeds, and demanding delicate flowers? Are you looking for an easy way to keep your yard... Read More →
Fall Cleanup: What to do with all the leaves?
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Date17 Aug 2018
As the days get shorter and the nights cooler, the vistas get more beautiful! Multi-colored scenes welcome us in our yards every morning. And, then the leaves begin to fall and every homeowner is confronted with the question – to... Read More →
April Gardening Tips
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Date12 Apr 2017
Mowing high weeds will lessen transpiration and still provide cover to slow down evaporation it will also reduce the amount of seeds produced Aerate lawns for better infiltration of water and fertilizer. In heavy soils or poor performing turf, apply... Read More →
March Gardening Tips
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Date28 Feb 2017
Begin mowing lawns – be sure mower blades are sharp Apply an all purpose fertilizer to plant beds and water in thoroughly Fertilize Lawns (mid March or so) Aerate lawns Irrigation system startup and inspection. Set Irrigation timer to an... Read More →
February Garden Tips
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Date06 Feb 2017
Irrigation system startup and inspection Review local drought based watering restrictions – if any Service lawn and garden equipment Sharpen blades and tools Broadleaf weed control in lawns (air temps between 65-85 degrees F) Cut back all deciduous ornamental grasses... Read More →
December Garden Tips
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Date14 Dec 2016
Turn off irrigation system for the Winter including the timer and possibly the mainline!!! Although the current drought is no longer an emergency, water conservation and outdoor water use efficiency is still important. Bare-root fruit and flowering trees and berries... Read More →