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Planning Your Spring Garden Projects

Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” ~ Robin Williams

We are ready for it!  Even though there might still be some of that awful white stuff still on the ground, it’s time to plan those spring projects.  From yard clean-up to brand new patio, it pays to be organized.

To tackle all of those ‘spring cleaning’ yard chores, start with a list of all the tasks you need to accomplish.  Take a walk through your garden and note any winter damage that you might need to address.  You might also be surprised at what has started to come back to life.  Discovering that first Crocus bloom is a late winter treat!  By assessing the conditions, you will get a sense for how much time you will need to devote.  Once you have your to-do list, you can take advantage of any windows of nice weather and chip away at the project.  If you approach the chores one at a time, the list may not be so daunting. Continue reading

Want a Lush Green Maryland Lawn?

Let’s face it – maintaining a lush, full lawn in the mid-Atlantic can be tough!  We deal with drought, high temps and humidity, and harsh winters.   It might seem that growing a beautiful lawn is just too hard.  Here are some things to keep in mind in your quest for the perfect patch of green. Continue reading