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What you need to know about protecting your ash trees
Virtually all of the 7 billion ash trees in the United States are at risk for infestation by the emerald ash borer, also known as EAB. You can save your ash trees by acting now and starting a prevention program.
 
Fall lawn maintenance tips for a healthy lawn through winter
There are a few things that every homeowner can do to prepare their lawn for winter. These tips are the same techniques used by professional lawn care providers...
 
For gorgeous grass next season, start with soil, end with seed
Take care of some essential lawn chores this fall and you’ll reap the rewards next spring – in the form of a lush, healthy, beautiful lawn. In fall, lawn grasses need to become especially strong as the weather cools. Give them some TLC now, and your lawn will reap the benefits over the winter and into next spring.
 
Saving Water and a Healthy Lawn, Beautiful Garden
With spring upon us it’s time to start enjoying the great outdoors by planting in the garden and maintaining the lawn. When caring for a lawn and garden this season there are several tips to keep in mind to maximize your landscape’s potential with minimal use of water.
 
Addicted To Composting
Composting It was in the fall of 1998 that I took up composting. I understood that without good soil a garden was doomed to failure. What better way to achieve good soil but with compost?
 
Leaf mulching and fertilizer
This autumn, why not try working with Mother Nature by mulching fallen leaves instead of raking, bagging and condemning them to a landfill?
 
Sharpening Mower Blades
Sharp blades give a sharp appearance to your lawn. By the same token, dull mower blades leave your lawn looking shaggy and poorly cared for.
 
Burn Calories While Beautifying Your Lawn
Did you know that it’s possible to burn up to 260 calories per hour mowing a lawn with a power mower and up to 480 calories per hour gardening with other power tools? Every day chores like these are opportunities to get in better shape, tone the body and mind as well as reduce stress.
 
Pass on the Grass - An Alternative
Where traditional turf fails in the landscape, using creeping perennials is an alternative that is both ornamental and functional.
 
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