Optimizing your landscaping for the natural winter elements is essential in maintaining your plant and lawn's health and beauty throughout the year. Mulch is one way to protect your flowerbeds from frost and the occasional ice or snow. Mulch acts as a blanket for your foliage. It has many benefits; however, there are some cons to consider. There are varying types of mulch to choose from. Each has its own pros and cons. Due to...Continue reading
If you like to hang Christmas lights and decorate your lawn for the holidays, bushes can play a large part in your landscape design. Placement is everything when it comes to landscape design, bushes and shrubs are no exceptions. Plants can be relocated, newly added or some may need to be removed. Bushes are great as the main attraction or a nice accent or companion in your landscape design and can make a big impact when properly...Continue reading
October is days away and the importance of water irrigation for your lawn and flowerbeds could probably use some tender loving Lawn Care. Maybe you kept your lawn in good shape over the summer, maybe you didn't. Whether your lawn has been well kept or you left it to wither and die in the hot Florida sun, we can help you get and keep your lawn ready for the Fall season. Fortunately, in Florida, we...Continue reading
Today we want to talk to you about your winter annual flowerbed planning and make some helpful suggestions. We think you'll like these flowers, and we know they will look great in your yard. Right now, is a great time to start thinking about this part of your lawn care plan and beautiful landscaping, before the winter months and while we still have time, and the weather permits planting. First up is the Snap Dragon...Continue reading
The summer will again be coming to a close soon and making way for the fall season. While the fall season will offer some relief from the heat, the winter months can be even harder on your irrigation system. The fall season is the perfect time of year for installing, upgrading, repairing or simply maintaining your water system. Fewer boiling hot days and no risk of freezing from the winter weather mean you can afford...Continue reading
It's time to get ready for the season and we know you need your grounds to look their absolute best. In this blog post, we want to talk about the Washingtonian palm. This info is great for anyone thinking about adding palm trees to their landscape, or anyone that just wants to know more about our native palms. The Washingtonian Palm Tree is also known as the Mexican Fan Palm. This particular palm can reach...Continue reading
The Sabal Palm is one of my favorite parts of our local landscape. You may already know that the Florida state tree is the Sabal Palm, but did you know this tree has roots in our country's history? The Sabal Palm was used to build a fort to fight against the British in the Revolutionary War. It's also known as the cabbage palm, and the cabbage-like buds from this palm can actually be eaten! This...Continue reading
Sago Palms are a type of living Fossil. There are actually a couple of types, when speaking of Sago Palms most people are talking about Cycadophyta. These palms are mostly problem-free plants. Yellowing is a natural reaction to nutrients conserving nutrients: however, there are certain precautions and measures to take when caring for your Sago Palm. As these plants grow upward, the bottom layers become yellow and should be removed; however, if the tops are yellow,...Continue reading
As we approach the more active part of the Hurricane season, storm preparation should be a precaution for anyone living near coastal areas and bays. We want you to know that we are ready to help you before and after the storm. We can help prepare your outdoor area to reduce the chance of damage from trees and help clear any fallen debris after the storm passes. We all know how devastating this situation a hurricane...Continue reading