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As the weather cools down and we enter the mild Autumn months, you may consider adding a layer of mulch to your garden beds. When is the best time to mulch- Fall or Spring? The answer depends, as both times are appropriate for adding mulch to achieve different...
If your lawn is made up of warm-weather grasses such as Bermuda and Zoysia, you should be aware that the turf will need aeration sometime during the growing season. Aeration is essential to prevent compaction in the roots, and to allow water and nutrients to penetrate...
It is important for any lawn to have proper drainage, as standing water can destroy areas of a lawn, as well as trees and shrubs in the area. Standing water on patios and recreational surfaces can also lead to degradation of the surfaces. The following will be a pros...
Building a retaining wall in your yard is a significant project. As such, you’ll want to ensure that you select the best building materials for the job from the get-go. In this post, we’ll help you make that decision by covering two of the most widespread retaining...
Watering is a necessary task for anyone who has plantings and landscapes on their property. Some install irrigation to cut down on maintenance time, while others enjoy the meditative activity of watering their gardens by hand. Since there can be problems with...
Summertime in the Southeast can present a challenge for keeping your lawn healthy and green. The mowing schedule and the height of the cut will need to be tailored to the current conditions in Greenville, SC. So, how much grass length can be taken off safely during...
French drains and catch basins are two common components of landscape drainage systems. But despite both these options being popular, each one comes with a unique list of pros and cons. To help you decide which of these drainage structures is ideal for your yard,...
Everything You Should Know About Ground BeesMost people are concerned when they find insects living in their lawns or garden beds. However, not all ground-dwelling insects are pests that you should eliminate by default. Such is the case with ground bees. Despite being...
While many people love the sight of beautiful shrubbery, but few owners are keen on keeping up with the maintenance that these plants require. Thankfully, there are plenty of shrub species that require very little maintenance and minimal watering as well. This article...
Picture this: you have just built your dream home in South Carolina and would like to create a lush and full lawn. You have heard stories about the challenges of growing grass in our clay based soil and hot sun. You are probably asking yourself, “What type of grass is...