Tag: Bethesda

6 Wonderful Plants For A Deer Resistant Screen

Got deer and need screening? Here is a list of 6 wonderful plants for a deer resistant screen. Whether you’re looking to block off an ugly view, dampen noise pollution, or you simply desire some solitude, sometimes you just need a bit more privacy. There are many natural ways to enclose your property that are both visually pleasing and effective. These 6 plants are great screening options, even if you

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5 Worst Pieces of Advice About Lawn Care

We’ve Debunked 5 Lawn Care Advice Myths There is a lot of bad lawn care advice floating around out there about lawn care. Some of it is urban myth. Some of it is spread by “know it alls”. Some of it is just a plain old fashioned cop out. We want to set the record straight on these lawn care myths once and for all so you can get your

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Front Yard Landscape Design In Bethesda, Maryland

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How To Improve Your Front Yard Landscape Design In Bethesda, Maryland You only get one chance to make a first impression with your front yard landscape design in Bethesda, Maryland and first impressions are everything. How our homes look can affect how we feel about it every time we come and go, how guests feel when they arrive, and ultimately, how successful a home sale can be when we

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Seven Reasons Your Lawn in Potomac, MD is Awesome

Your Lawn In Potomac, MD Does So Much More Than Just Look Great Having a lush, green lawn is part of the American dream. Did you know that the grass beneath your feet offers amazing benefits for your family and community? Here are seven reasons why your lawn in Potomac, MD is really awesome: Our Yards Are Incredible Oxygen Making Machines A grass area measuring fifty by fifty feet will

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Finding The Right Lawn Care Company For You

Have You Found Your Lawn Care Company? Do you know what to look for when you hire a lawn care company? Don’t take a leap of faith when you hire someone to be on your property and trust someone to care for your valuable landscape. Find out the following information before you hire your next lawn care company. Does The Company Have Enough Knowledge And Experience To Care For Your

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What To Look For When You Hire A Landscape Company in Bethesda, MD

Looking to hire a landscape company in Bethesda, MD? It is easy, if you know what to look for. There have been a rash lately of unscrupulous people posing as landscape companies in Bethesda, MD and taking advantage of elderly residents (See Washington Post article). Do you know what to look for before you hire a landscape contractor? Here are 5 things to find out. 1. Reputation This seems like a

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Lawn Care That Is Kid Safe, Pet Safe, Earth Safe

We All Want Lawn Care That Is Safe Safe lawn care is something that we are all concerned about. We want to know that our lawns are safe for our children and for our pets. We also want to make sure that what we put on our lawns is not harming the earth. At the same time, we all still want the American dream of a lush, green yard. It

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How To Divide Perennials

Dividing Perennials Dividing perennials is a great way to keep your garden from getting over crowded. It is also a great way to get new plants to spread to other parts of your landscape. One other side benefit, you can trade extra plants with friends for some of their extras. The following instructions are from Clemson University. Prepared by Karen Russ, HGIC Information Specialist & Bob Polomski, Extension Consumer Horticulturist,

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Why Leaves Change Color

Why Leaves Change Color The Splendor of Autumn Every autumn we revel in the beauty of the fall colors. The mixture of red, purple, orange and yellow is the result of chemical processes that take place in the tree as the seasons change from summer to winter. During the spring and summer the leaves have served as factories where most of the foods necessary for the tree’s growth are manufactured.

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The Ultimate Guide To An Extraordinary Patio – Part 1

There Are Basic Principles To Creating An Extraordinary Patio This is a two part blog post. The first part will focus on material selection and design. The second part will focus on patio features you can select to make your patio extraordinary. At Allentuck Landscaping Co, we view patios as an extension of your home, your outdoor family room, so to speak. A place to spend quality time with family and friends,

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