One of the best parts of spring and summer is having a bright, colorful garden, filled with sweet-smelling blooms. However, keeping our gardens looking their best does require some effort. Here are a few ways to beautify your flower bed throughout the growing season.

For many of us, our pets are considered part of the family. Like everyone else in our crew, we worry about our beloved furry family members coming in contact with outdoor pests during the warmer seasonal months. This is especially true of fleas and ticks. Fleas and ticks do more than make our pets uncomfortable….

If you’ve ever had poison ivy, you know it’s something you never want to experience again. Poison ivy rashes are caused by a sticky oil called urushiol, which is present on all parts of the plant, including the leaves, roots, and stems — meaning no part of the plant is safe to touch. Additionally, very…

Summer is less than two weeks away and, as we inch closer to it, we begin to spend more time outside with friends and family. While we enjoy the sights and sounds of summer, we are also dealing with pesky bugs that seem to swarm around us at every turn. Some of those bugs are…

Mosquitoes are designed to seek out our blood by being able to pick out dark clothing, our sweat, and our breath. But everyone already knows how hard it is to avoid these pests, so how do you control them or, better yet, eliminate them altogether? Use Citronella One of the best-known methods to keep mosquitoes…

Plants play a vital role in the health and appearance of any landscape. They set the foundation while adding vibrant color and order to your home’s appearance, significantly adding to its curb appeal. If you’re looking to give your home that clean, pristine look consider these 5 easy to grow, low-maintenance plants! Virginia Sweetspire (Itea…

Your trees and shrubs play a vital role in the beauty of your lawn and landscape. Not only do they enhance the appearance, but they also bring a sense of order and structure to your home and garden. You’ve invested your hard earned time and money into your trees and shrubs over the years, and…

With temperatures on the rise, and snow and ice seemingly nowhere in sight, it appears that winter is officially winding down. Spring is coming! This means it’s time to open up the shed, pull out those tools, and begin preparing your lawn for the growing season. Knowing how to best prepare your lawn for spring…