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Sponsored Content Managing mature weeds is an uphill battle. Biologically, theyāre at a stage in their life cycle when theyāre producing seeds or other reproductive structures, perpetuating their survival for potentially years to come. Their leaves are nice and thick and covered with thick, waxy cuticle or leaf hairs, and roots have grown deep into […]
Just like humans can benefit from a shot when theyāre feeling under the weather, tree injections can be a helpful tool when it comes to restoring or maintaining a treeās overall health. First introduced in the 1970s, tree injections have become widely accepted as a tree health care service. These targeted injections can provide protect […]
Rose rosette disease is a condition that attacks roses, causing them to develop strange, deformed stems, leaves, and flowers. Rose species and rose hybrids are the only suitable hosts for the disease, with its primary host being the multiflora rose. As of now, there is no cure for rose rosette disease, making it an incredible […]
Sponsored Content Wes Alsethās passion for nature, and particularly trees, led him to a career in landscaping. In 2017, he and his wife, Stephanie, combined his landscaping experience with her project management background and launched their own Minnesota-based landscaping business: Red Oak Landscape & Design. Things really took off when the couple powered their vision […]
As I am writing this article, we are witnessing a heat wave impacting much of the U.S. and this brings about a significant impact on cool-season grasses, as this weather pattern impacts turfgrass growth and overall appearance. On the other hand, warm-season grasses thrive in the summer months; however, the hot and humid weather conditions […]
Sponsored Content As lawn care enters the summer months, two of the most common weeds likely to become a nuisance are crabgrass and perennial nutsedges. Like all weeds, successful long-term management strategies begin with a dense, healthy turfgrass. However, factors such as disease, insects, improper mowing, low fertility, and drought can weaken or thin turfgrass. […]
If you offer seasonal color services, the last thing you want is to deal with are complaints from clients about their annuals not looking the best during the summer months. Since this is the prime time for the landscape to pop, check out some of the main maintenance methods to ensure the flower beds remain […]
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If youāre getting calls from customers complaining about why their grass isnāt green, there are a number of possible causes behind this. It’s critical to take your time identifying the true issue as you donāt want to make the matter worse, when trying to remedy the issue. Nutrient Deficiency When certain nutrients are lacking in […]
Youāve probably seen them plenty of times. Mulch volcanos erupting throughout spring as property owners want to freshen up their landscapes. Yet despite their frequency, mulch volcanos are very harmful to trees. These massive piles of mulch around the base of trees can result in disease, decay, root rot and the eventual death of the […]
