Brown Patch is a serious disease affecting warm grasses. The disease is most common between November and May when the temperature is below 80℉. Turfgrasses like zoysiagrass, bermudagrass, and St. Augustine grass are vulnerable to this brown patch disease. Increased thatch and nitrogen fertility levels often result in breakouts of brown patches. It is typically […]
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As some industries begin adjusting and considering sustainable practices, many still lag behind. The lawn and landscape industry may have a fascinating array of technology and innovations available, but only so many providers end up adapting them. One such innovation, known as Integrated Pest Management (IPM), is widely accepted as the standard in agriculture, forestry,
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It is a common mistake to cut the crape myrtle to make the trunks bare with the idea of getting more flowers. However, these practices can cause delayed flowering with a shorter bloom time. The other issues associated with this pruning approach include weakening branches and increasing disease and insect problems. This process proves fatal
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Commercial landscaping is a broad-spectrum landscaping service that includes the planning, design, construction, installation, and maintenance of outdoor spaces for businesses, commercial spaces, government buildings, educational institutions, etc. Commercial landscaping involves planting trees, shrubs, and plants that match a business’s image, installing landscape enhancements like water features, setting up irrigation systems and most importantly, preserving
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What Do You Mean By Mulching? Mulch is a material layered and applied to the earth as a landscape covering. It’s used to suppress weeds, retain moisture in the soil, prevent frost heaving, keep the soil cool, and make the garden bed look more attractive. Read on to discover the best time to mulch, the
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Florida boasts of many well-maintained landscapes – they look healthy throughout the year, no matter what season it is. While landscaping involves many aspects, appropriate fertilization is the third principle of Florida-friendly landscaping according to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) guidelines. Plants need nutrients to grow – this is
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Insects are everywhere. Even before the inception of the human race, the insects existed. The tropics and Florida host a wide range of insects and pests. Apart from the native pests, there are invasive species in Florida from international boundaries or by accident. These pests are known to transmit diseases to not only humans but
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Homeowners Associations carry a lot of responsibility, especially when it comes to the look and feel of the community. One of these large responsibilities is choosing a landscape maintenance provider, and nothing affects the look and feel of a property like landscape. Landscaping has been proven to have a direct correlation to property value, so
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We may not think about it as often as we should, but plants rule the world. Agriculture, forestry, and biodiversity have major impacts on our everyday lives, and all are reliant on the stability of our plant life. Despite the importance of keeping them safe, few are aware of the intricate science known as Plant Health.
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Landscaping is a great way to enhance your property and add character, but that’s only if you can see it! Outdoor landscape lighting is the most affordable way to not only highlight the beauty of your existing landscape but even create additional living space without costly renovations. If you are looking to enhance outdoor gatherings,
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