Dandelions
No lawn weed is more recognized than the Dandelion. They are relatively easy to control as long as they are treated at the right time. You will get the best control by spraying in October or November. The next best…
Henbit and Chickweed
Henbit and chickweed are two weeds with very similar lifecycles and methods for control. While they can show up in shrub beds, they are more of a concern in the lawn. Henbit is the showier of the two with obvious…
Winter Watering
Don't forget about your plants during the winter. If our winter weather gives us prolonged dry spells, then it's time to get out and water. Newly installed plants and lawns are especially vulnerable, as are established evergreens. Please water as…
Winter Protection for Evergreens
Keep your holly, boxwood, azaleas, and euonymus looking their best this winter; spray them with Wilt Stop. During the winter, frozen ground deprives plants of their moisture intake. Wilt-stop seals the foliage to reduce the loss of moisture through the…
African Violet Care
African Violets are arguably the best houseplants for reblooming and adding color to the indoors. Plant breeders have also created lots of exciting colors, flower shapes, and even variegated leaves for this old favorite. African violets are generally forgiving if…
Attracting Birds
Birds are often a welcome addition to the yard with their pleasant songs, bright colors, and interesting antics. Making your yard a welcoming place for them only takes a few simple steps. Putting out bird feeders is often the first…
Controlling Spiders
Spiders can be beneficial in many situations since they eat several other insects. Unfortunately, some are also very venomous to humans, and they are also unwelcome indoors and around our landscapes, where we might run into their webs. Our area's…