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“No occupation is so delightful to me as the culture of the earth, and no culture comparable to that of the garden.” – Thomas Jefferson This week we will be celebrating Independence Day, the Fourth of July. In celebrating the birth of our nation, we also celebrate the Founding Fathers and all that they achieved in creating our great country. Did you know that many of our Founding Fathers were

Butterflies Add Joy To Any Garden Watching butterflies flutter from flower to flower is really one of the simple pleasures in life. Their colors and fluttering flight are one of the most iconic aspects of a perfect summer day. You can attract these beautiful and beneficial insects to your yard in just a few easy steps. 1.    Add plants that the butterflies need for food and shelter to your

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

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

How Well Do You Know Poisonous Plants? If you have children or pets in your yard, it is important to know if you have poisonous plants. Take this fast quiz to find out how well you can recognize them. Click Here Phone: 3015-515-1900   Email: info@allentucklandscaping.com Allentuck Landscaping Co. is Your Residential Landscape Company proudly serving Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Potomac, Darnestown, North Potomac, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Boyds, Germantown, Clarksburg, Ijamsville and Urbana.