As the weather gets cooler, summer pests like mosquitos and wasps begin to disappear and most people think that ticks also disappear along with the risk for disease transmission once there is a frost and the weather turns cooler, but they couldn’t be more wrong. While some species, like American dog tick and Lone Read More »
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Pumpkin Spice is out and it’s getting cooler. Fall is officially on its way. If you’re wondering what to plant in the fall, the answer is almost anything. Here are six plant types to put in the ground during the fall. The cool Autumn air temperatures are easier on both plants and gardeners. The soil Read More »
It is hurricane season yet again, and while meteorologists predict a relatively quiet season this year it is important you prepare your yard for the worst. Here are steps you can take to prep your yard for a serious storm to prevent damage to property and most importantly people. Do Right Now (Before the Read More »
Landscape trees burst to life in the spring, sprouting flowers in almost every color and young, tender leaves that soon expand to create puddles of shade on the lawn. But what does it mean when it’s mid summer and your trees look like it’s still early spring? You might have a problem with tree Read More »
A mature tree can account for as much as 10% of your assessed property value, depending on your market, but sometimes a valuable tree uproots. It may seem like these things happen without warning, but your trees often tell you when there is a problem. If you think your trees are changing, or you see Read More »
Is Zika on your mind? We’ve got some helpful information. According to the CDC, outbreaks of Zika have been reported in tropical Africa, Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and most recently in the Americas. Because the mosquitoes that spread Zika virus are found throughout the world, it is likely that outbreaks will continue to spread. Read More »
There are a lot of dangerous infections that can be spread by mosquitoes, but currently, the Zika virus is causing serious concern up and down the East Coast. According to the CDC Zika virus is spread to people primarily through the bite of an infected mosquito. The most common symptoms of Zika are fever, rash, Read More »
As we see the last of the frost we need to start thinking about early spring planting. Here are some Spring garden tips: Flowers Pansies – Will withstand late seasons frosts. Prefer cool weather and tend to decline with the onset of warmer weather. Roses – If necessary, transplant roses as soon as the Read More »
Fallen trees can cause serious damage to property. Here are some tips to help you spot potential problematic trees that are at a greater risk for falling branches or even the entire tree itself. Start from the Bottom Check the tree’s base, take notice for hollow cavities or the presence of mushrooms could Read More »
Looking to winterize your garden? This winter may seem nonexistent, but it is coming and here are some tips to prepare for the coming frost. Tidy Up Remove any dead leaves and debris from your garden. Pull out any weeds or other unwanted plants. Take special care to place invasive plants — especially the seed Read More »