Put Some Thought into Tree Placement
It’s really tempting to buy a tree and plant it in the middle of your lawn or directly in front of your picture window, but instead take some time to choose the best spot first…. Read More
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Do as I say, not as I do
Originally published March 12, 2017 The News Herald Celebrate Outdoors insert You’ve probably heard the phrase “Do as I say, not as I do” and sometimes I have to admit that’s a good tactic for… Read More
Why A One Size Fits All Approach to Lawn Care is a Bad Idea
Regardless of what the tag says one size does not fit all. As with clothing, a piece will undoubtedly be too large for some and too small for others. Trying to go with a “one size… Read More
Mowing Methods Make a Difference
Mowing is an important and often overlooked landscape best management practices that can increase lawn health. Most of us mowed lawns to earn some spending money as kids. As long as it was shorter when… Read More
Why is My Tree Dying?
Over the past several weeks we have received many calls from concerned residents about mature trees turning brown. There are many factors that could be in play, but a common cause has been related to… Read More
Importance of Following Pesticide Labels
When you contact your local extension office for pest control recommendations you will likely hear “follow the label” over and over again. So, why do we emphasize the pesticide label so strongly when talking to… Read More