We all know (well maybe not all of us) that annuals only last one season and perennials come back every year. But what are the other differences between them? If you are hoping for a bright, colourful garden for the entire spring and summer season, then annuals are...
Many people don’t put too much thought into getting their gardens and lawns ready for the winter. You may rake up the leaves after they’ve fallen, but are you giving your outdoor plant life the best shot at surviving our harsh winter? Below, we will detail the things...
Thinking of Pruning? The most important thing you should know, before we discuss pruning techniques is: if you’re not confident in your ability to prune properly, than you shouldn’t prune at all. Improper pruning can wreck havoc on the tree or shrub and can cause...
The Goal? Greener Grass! Most people enjoy having a lush, green lawn. If we just leave it to nature and don’t take extra care in July and August, the result is usually a yellow, dried- up lawn. Below, we have compiled a summary of things that homeowners can do to...
What Makes Weather? After the bizarre past few months of winter weather, from mild to freezing cold, blizzard-like conditions, we wondered if people really knew what was behind this crazy winter weather. The moon has a very important part of our earth. It’s...
Drainage Problems? I run into this quite a bit and the solutions range from minor to major. I saw this article and it gives a pretty good overview of whats involved from rain barrels to a pond. Even if you believe you can implement one of these solutions on your own,...