Month: May 2015

How Low Should I Mow My Lawn?

How low should I mow my lawn? Part of the answer depends on what time of the year it is. Given that it is summer, we will focus on the proper technique for this time of the year. So, exactly what height height should you set lawn mower at? Cutting the lawnmower set at the proper mowing height can save you from having to bag your grass clippings. The advantages

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Lawn Watering Tips for Montgomery County, Maryland

How To Water Your Lawn One of the questions we are asked so often at this time of year is “How should I water my lawn?”. Sounds simple enough, but there actually is a right way to water your lawn for best results. How much water does my lawn need? I’m glad you asked. Your lawn needs 1”-1.5” of water per week. Lawns that do not get enough water get

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My Crape Myrtle Looks Dead

My Crape Myrtle Looks Dead. Should I Worry? If you have not noticed yet, there are a lot of Crape Myrtles that have not leafed out yet. Some of this is normal, some is not and could be cause for concern. Crape Myrtles are typically one of the last landscape plants to leaf out. Some varieties will not even leaf out until early June. It does not help that their

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May Garden To Do List

May is the busiest of the garden months. There is a lot to get done so let’s get right too it. It is now safe to plant annual. There are so man to choose from so be creative. Cosmos, begonias, petunias, marigolds….just too many to name. Prune Azaleas, Rhododendrons and Lilacs as the flowers fade. This will direct more energy to new growth and next year’s buds. Make sure roses

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