Have you installed a fresh layer of much this Spring? Laying down mulch every spring is one of the most important things that the discerning landscaper can do. Mulching yearly, and specifically in the spring is important for four reasons: conserving moisture, reducing weed growth, increasing soil fertility, and of course, beautifying your lawn or […]
Turfgrass Care & Maintenance in Spring Temperatures are on the rise, and spring showers are rolling in. Gone are the days of a dry, dormant lawn, and now is the time for growth and green grass. Turfgrass is great for a hardy, vibrant lawn. With just a bit of maintenance starting now, you can have […]
Rain, Snow, or Shine, New Image is on the Job! Whether you consider the unseasonable weather we are experiencing a blessing after last year’s polar vortex or just can’t wait for the warm weather to end, you probably have not considered the possibility of winter snows. We’re currently feeling the brunt of an extended warm, […]
When and Why: The Benefits of Fall Aeration and Seeding It’s blog time again, and that means it’s time to dish out some more tips on how to properly care for your lawn! We’ve previously done a blog on aeration and seeding, but it is always good to revisit the topic, as it is one […]
The Importance of Spring Mulching Many may write off mulching as just a peripheral part of lawn and garden care, but laying down mulch every spring is one of the most important things that the discerning landscaper can do. Mulching yearly, and specifically in the spring is important for four reasons: conserving moisture, reducing weed […]
Pruning And Its Benefits Over the next several weeks, reinvigorate and shape deciduous shrubs (the ones that lose their leaves every fall) while they are dormant, using several pruning techniques. Pruning takes practice, but it’s worth the effort: In the growing season, your shrubs will display new, vigorous growth, flowering and fruiting. Why Prune Now? […]
Water in the Morning The a.m. is the best time to water the lawn because the air is cooler and there’s usually not much wind to blow the droplets. In the middle of the day, water evaporates too quickly. And in the evenings, water can cling to the blades of grass overnight, which can cause […]