Allentuck Landscaping Co. News – March 18, 2016

What a beautiful weather week we have have! Our team has taken huge advantage of it by plowing through a lot of spring clean ups for our customers.

Speaking our our team, in case you missed our last newsletter; Our Crew Leaders Rock!, here is the link – https://allentucklandscaping.com/our-crew-leaders-rock/. We are truly blessed to get to work with so man fine people.

Did you know our Crew Leader corp has an average tenure rate of 14 years with Allentuck Landscaping Co!

Gardens for Grade School Grants Update

Update on Gardens for Grade School Grants – We currently have 8 very deserving area schools in the Garden Grants program. There is still time to nominate your school and/or vote for one of these. The winning school to be announced on March 31. The current standings are:

East Silver Spring Elementary School in Silver Spring, MD – 101 votes
Ronald McNair Elementary School in Germantown, MD – 57 votes
Rosemont Elementary School in Gaithersburg, MD- 4 votes
Dufief Elementary School in North Potomac, MD – 21 votes
Rock View Elementary School in Kensington, MD – 6 Votes
Fallsmead Elementary School in Rockville, MD – 1 vote
Rachel Carson Elementary in Gaithersburg, MD – 0 votes
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences in Barnesville, MD – 0 Votes

Nominate/vote at https://tinyurl.com/gvos343 (Click on the Gallery button)

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What’s Blooming Now in Montgomery County, MD?

This is always an exciting time of the year. It seems like every day, we are seeing new plants in bloom. Here is a partial list of some of the plants we have seen popping:

Patio Terrace in North Potomac with pillars and stone gravel

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Gardens For Grade School Grants: Helping North Potomac Schools Start the Year Fresh

Allentuck Landscaping August 28, 2025

The first day of school comes with a special kind of energy—kids carrying brand new backpacks, parents juggling first-day photos, and teachers ready to welcome their students. At Allentuck Landscaping Co., we believe the outside of a school should reflect that same sense of excitement. That’s exactly why, for the seventh year in a row, we launched our Gardens For Grade School Grants program. This year we partnered with Dufief Elementary School and Travilah Elementary School in North Potomac, MD.

Caring For Your Outdoor Fire Feature

Allentuck Landscaping August 28, 2025

If you’re lucky enough to have an outdoor fire feature, you’re doing something right. But caring for your outdoor fire feature isn’t just about looks—it’s about keeping those flames safe, reliable, and downright inviting. Because when the day cools off, it should be the crackle and glow drawing people in, not worry. Why Caring For Your Outdoor Fire Feature Matters Let’s face it: a fire feature is way more than a decorative element—it’s where memories happen. A well-maintained fire feature

How Long Should Pressure Treated Timbers Last?

Allentuck Landscaping August 11, 2025

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

Allentuck Landscaping August 3, 2025

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 Cut Back Overgrowth By August, mulch starts to fade, thin

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Patio Privacy Ideas That Actually Work

Allentuck Landscaping July 29, 2025

Tired of feeling like you’re on display every time you step outside? You’re not alone. Most suburban backyards weren’t exactly designed with privacy in mind. Whether it’s nosey neighbors, second-story windows peering down at you, or just the general lack of separation between homes, it’s hard to fully relax on your patio when you feel like you’re being watched. But good news—privacy doesn’t require a tall, ugly fence or a complete redesign. With a few smart moves, you can transform

Allentuck Landscaping Co. News – March 18, 2016