Top September Garden Tips: Transitioning from Summer to Fall

Allentuck Landscaping September 1, 2026

September marks the shift from hot summer days to cooler autumn evenings—a welcome change for both gardeners and their landscapes. While your garden may still be full of late-summer blooms and harvests, it’s also the perfect time to prepare for fall. These Top September Garden Tips will help you enjoy the last of summer’s bounty while getting your landscape ready for the season ahead. 1. Refresh and Revive Your Lawn

Creating Better School Environments: Our 2026 Gardens for Grades School Grants

Allentuck Landscaping August 25, 2026

At Allentuck Landscaping CO., we believe landscaping can do more than make a property look better. It can improve how people feel about the places where they live, work and learn. That belief is at the heart of our Gardens for Grade School Grants initiative—last week, we had the opportunity to continue that effort at three North Potomac elementary schools: Travilah, Stone Mill and Dufief Elementary Schools. Through this year’s

Spotted Lanternfly in Rockville Area: What It Means for Your Landscape and Garden

Allentuck Landscaping August 15, 2026

There’s a new bug in town—and it’s not just gross, it’s destructive. If you’ve noticed clusters of sticky, spotted insects on your trees, patio furniture, or garden plants, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with the Spotted Lanternfly in Rockville. This invasive pest has officially made its way to our area, and it’s putting serious stress on local landscapes, shade trees, and even backyard veggie gardens. The good news? You

Welcome Landscape Designer Basem Saah

Allentuck Landscaping August 4, 2026

Creative Landscape Design. Thoughtful Collaboration. Beautiful Outdoor Living. Every great landscape begins with a conversation. For Basem Saah, being a landscape designer is about more than selecting plants or laying out a patio—it’s about understanding how you want to live outdoors. Whether it’s a quiet garden retreat, a backyard built for entertaining, or a complete property transformation, Basem believes every design should reflect the people who call it home. As

Top August Garden Tips: Setting Yourself Up for a Brilliant Fall

Allentuck Landscaping August 3, 2026

Landscaping is a long game, and these top August garden tips are all about playing it smart. What you do now sets the stage for a healthier, better-looking yard this fall—and even next spring. If your landscape’s looking a little tired, we can help bring it back to life. We’ve been doing this for 35+ years and know how to turn late-summer blah into fall brilliance. 1. Refresh Mulch and

Meet the Expert: Q&A with Adam Norton, General Manager at Allentuck Landscaping

Allentuck Landscaping July 15, 2026

Behind every successful landscape project is a team of experienced professionals who know how to turn ideas into spaces families will enjoy for years to come. This month, we’re sitting down with Adam Norton, General Manager at Allentuck Landscaping. Adam has been with Allentuck for six years, working his way from Account Manager to General Manager. Before joining our team, he owned and operated his own landscaping company on Long

10 Ways to Soften Your Patio and Create an Outdoor Living Space You’ll Never Want to Leave

Allentuck Landscaping July 8, 2026

One of the biggest misconceptions homeowners have is that a larger patio automatically creates a better outdoor living space. In reality, size isn’t what makes a patio inviting. The outdoor spaces people enjoy most are thoughtfully designed with a balance of hardscape and softer landscape elements that make the space feel comfortable, welcoming, and lived in. Whether it’s synthetic turf, ornamental grasses, outdoor rugs, water features, or a pergola that

Top July Garden Tips: Keep Your Landscape Thriving Through the Summer Heat

Allentuck Landscaping July 1, 2026

July is when your landscape earns its paycheck and these July Garden Tips are designed to help it do just that. The excitement of spring has faded, the summer heat has settled in, and your plants are working overtime just to stay healthy. If you’ve done the right things up to this point, your landscape should still be looking great. But if you ignore it now, July has a way

Pool Landscaping Ideas: How to Create an Outdoor Living Space You’ll Love

Allentuck Landscaping June 11, 2026

When homeowners think about improving their outdoor space, it’s easy to focus on a single feature—a pool, patio, fire pit, pergola, or seating area. But the most successful landscapes are about much more than individual elements. They’re about creating spaces that encourage relaxation, bring people together, connect us with nature, and make it easier to enjoy time outdoors. At Allentuck Landscaping, we frequently hear questions from homeowners about how to

Top June Garden Tips: What Your Landscape Needs Right Now

Allentuck Landscaping June 1, 2026

June is where the honeymoon ends. Back in April and May, everything looked fresh, green, and full of promise. Now? The sun’s hotter, the weeds are pushy, and your garden’s either thriving—or starting to spiral. This is the part of the season where small moves make a big difference. That’s why we’ve pulled together these Top June Garden Tips—real strategies, no fluff—to help you keep things looking great (without spending

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