Month: April 2018

Do I Have A Dead Crape Myrtle?

Do You Wonder If You Have A Dead Crape Myrtle? Crape Myrtles are one of the most prized of all landscape trees. Blooming pink, red, white or lavender in late summer and into fall, it is no wonder homeowners prize this special tree.  Which is why we get lots of calls in spring asking “Do I have a dead Crape Myrtle?”. Should I Worry? If you have not noticed yet,

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Allentuck Landscaping Co. Volunteers With GreenCare For Troops

Allentuck Landscaping Co. Continues Its Commitment To GreenCare For Troops Allentuck Landscaping Co. is proud to once again partner with Project Evergreen’s Greencare for Troops program to give free professional lawn care services to local families of actively deployed military personnel and post-9/11 disabled veterans with a service connected disability. These nationwide programs are made possible because of the generosity of volunteers and sponsors who want to give back to

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Earth Day Activities in Montgomery County, Maryland

Earth Day is this Sunday April 22, 2018 and there are plenty of Earth Day activities in Montgomery County, Maryland. Here are activities you can participate in with family and friends. Enjoy! Earth Day Festival at Brook Side Gardens, Wheaton Maryland Website: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/brookside-gardens/earth-day-festival/ Sunday, April 22, 2018 Noon-4pm Parking available at 1500 Glenallen and 1800 Glenallen Festival Schedule: 9:00am – 11:30am: Volunteer Planting Project 12:00pm: Earth Day Festival Activities Begin 1:00pm: Interactive Drumming Circle

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6 Fun Ways To Celebrate Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day And Make A Difference Earth Day is this Sunday April 22, 2018. This observance arose from an interest in gathering national support for environmental issues. This is more important than ever as the environment and natural resources are more challenged than ever. Common Earth Day activities include planting trees, cleaning up litter, or simply enjoying nature through hiking, gardening, or taking a stroll in a local park.

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A Front Foundation Garden To Welcome You Home

Create The Perfect Front Foundation Garden Let’s face it, a house without a front foundation garden simply looks naked, sort of like a picture without a frame.  The right plants in front of a house not only hide the foundation, but if planned properly, enhance the beauty and value of a home dramatically. But where to start? A Layered Approach This may seem like common sense but, the larger plants

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It’s Time For Cherry Blossoms

Do Not Miss The Cherry Blossoms! Living in Washington DC, we know how special the cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin are. Each year, millions of people flock to Washington DC to take in what we sometimes take for granted.  The much anticipated peak bloom time is subject to many expert predictions with the weather playing a huge factor into just when the trees will be at their best. A

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