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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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Great New Resource For Your Garden

RightPlantz For A Better Garden At Allentuck Landscaping Co., we are passionate about landscaping and gardening so when we find another company that is equally as passionate, we want to share it. RightPlantz.com is a web based platform with a mission to grow better gardeners. RightPlantz.com has something for all gardeners whether they are green and new to gardening, or are experienced and have giant green thumbs. The Find Plantz

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A Secluded Brick Patio in Georgetown

A Brick Patio Gets A New Life When we first laid eyes on the existing brick patio, it was astonishing to see how tree roots had literally destroyed it. The roots from the large Cherry tree in the middle of the patio had lifted up the bricks making the patio virtually unusable. To make matters worse, the tree’s health was suspect and the city would not allow it to be

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Early Spring Lawn Care In Maryland

Tips For Early Spring Lawn Care In Maryland Hit the ground running this spring by getting your lawn off to a great start. Work done in early spring will pay off big dividends later in the ear in the form of a stronger, greener and healthier lawn. Add these six important to-dos to your list. Follow these tips for early spring lawn care in Maryland to have the best lawn

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23 Really Interesting Deer Resistant Plants

Deer can cause significant damage to landscape plants, as they have a wide range of dietary preferences and will often feed on a variety of shrubs, flowers, and trees. Their browsing habits can result in the stripping of leaves, twigs, and bark, which can weaken or kill the plant. Additionally, repeated browsing can cause a plant to become stunted or misshapen. Homeowners often use physical barriers like fencing to protect

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