Why Do We Recommend Fertilization of Trees?
With our deep root fertilization service, we inject nutrients deep into the soil. These nutrients invigorate the root and vascular systems of the trees, helping them better withstand the stresses of the urban/suburban environment. City and suburban soils are totally different from the soils in a native woodlot. In nature, tree roots can extend out
- Published in Fall, Tree and Plant Care
A Guide to Proper Plant Watering
Watering Instructions The single most important factor in plant and lawn health is water. This is true of all plants, but is especially critical for newly installed lawns, trees and shrubs. New plantings have minimal root systems and reduced ability for moisture absorption. There is no single recommendation that can cover every situation; natural rainfall,
- Published in Tree and Plant Care
The aftermath of the worst winter in 100 years
It probably comes to no surprise that in the spring of 2014 we are witnessing the worst winter injury to Mid-Michigan’s plants than we’ve seen in years. Apart from the obvious broken branches and limbs from the heavy ice, the persistent cold temperatures and winds created a whole kind of hurt of its own. The
- Published in Spring
7 Reasons To Consider Pruning Services in Winter
1. Due to the threat of insects or disease, some trees should be pruned only during the dormant season. This is especially true for oaks (oak wilt disease), American elms (dutch elm disease), ash (emerald ash borer) and crabapples (bacterial fireblight). 2. Leafy plants store nutrients in their leaves, then send Our tree crews are equipped to work year-round. those nutrients back to the
- Published in Tree and Plant Care
Deer Resistant Plantings
More and more homeowners in Mid-Michigan are experiencing deer damage to their landscape. Deer seem to be getting bolder and bolder, no longer hovering on the fringes of the yard, but marching right up to the foundation plants to feed. One way to minimize damage is to plant deer resistant plants. Our landscape designer, Kim
- Published in General News
Early Spring Time to Tackle Lawn Problems
WEED CONTROL & FERTILIZATION Unless you love crabgrass, spring until the middle of May is the time to have pre-emergent applied to your lawns and beds. For those clients interested in limiting the use of chemicals, we offer two lawn care programs: · Our fully organic program uses corn gluton as its main ingredient. · Our hybrid program uses all organic
- Published in Lawn Care
Evergreens Experiencing Big Needle Drop in Fall of 2012
Our phones are ringing off the hook and a large number of the calls are from customers concerned because their evergreens are turning brown and dropping needles. In fall, you can expect to see the interior browning and thinning of evergreens – with the oldest interior needles being the most likely to turn brown and
- Published in Fall
Meet the Amazing Rosetta Stone©
A new product came on the market in 2007 which is transforming the landscape industry. It’s called Rosetta Stone©, an architectural-grade precast concrete system that utilizes the textures and colors of natural stone, giving projects the look and feel of nature. With its interlocking system and uniformity, the product is faster and easier to install than
- Published in Landscaping
Guide to Proper Plant Watering
Watering Instructions The single most important factor in plant and lawn health is water. This is true of all plants, but is especially critical for newly installed lawns, trees and shrubs. New plantings have minimal root systems and reduced ability for moisture absorption. There is no single recommendation that can cover every situation; natural rainfall,
- Published in Tree and Plant Care
Getting Frosted on April 29
It dropped to a chilly 29 degrees during the night of April 29 and we are seeing many plants with signs of frost damage. Our observations indicate Japanese maples, ginkgos, hostas, mulberries and locust are among the plant species harmed the most by the plunging temperatures. If your valued plants are showing signs of frost
- Published in Spring