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Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Fireflies

Fireflies Are One Of The Joys Of Summer! Chasing fireflies are on the joys of summer. One of my fondest memory growing up was receiving a letter from Ranger Rick (yes I am dating myself) explaining why Fireflies, or Lightning Bugs, light up. It had always been fun to chase them around the yard at night with my friends. Turns out, I never asked Ranger Rick about Fireflies. My grandfather

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4 Ways To Solve Drainage Problems

Drainage Problems and Solutions To Fix Them Having a drainage problem is a difficult thing to go through. If the problem is in the lawn or garden, it can lead to poor grass quality, declining health of landscape plants, and even as a breeding area for mosquitoes. Worse yet, if the drainage problem is related to the home foundation, it can create moisture and mold in the house and cause

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Native Plants For Maryland Gardens

Native Plants Have Many Benefits A native plants is a plant that originate in and is native to a geographical region. In other words, it naturally occurs in the area and can be found in nature. Why Use Native Plants Using native plants in the landscape makes sense for a whole host of reasons. Because they are native, they are used to our conditions. Native plants are programmed to survive

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How To Recognize Poison Ivy

Avoid The Itch By Knowing What Poison Ivy Looks Like One of the most beautiful plants in the garden or forest also happens to be one of the most toxic. Most people do not want to admit that Poison Ivy is actually a very pretty plant. Painful rashes tend to do that to people. But when you consider the green-reddish leaves, the white dangling flower and the white berries that

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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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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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7 Flagstone Patio Ideas For Your Maryland Backyard

Flagstone Patio Ideas That Will Turn Your Backyard Into An Oasis A backyard flagstone patio adds those “Ahh” moments to our hectic lives. They are places to relax, unwind and enjoy the good things that life has to offer. Here are 7 flagstone patio ideas to help you design the perfect “Ahh” space for you backyard and for your family. Outdoor Elegance Ever wonder what it would be like to

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