Now that Spring is officially here, we can look forward to gathering with friends, family and loved ones outdoors, sharing a meal and a laugh with those that we have been away from for far too long. We all look forward to a return to normalcy. As the excitement to see our friends and family grows, so does the to-do list of ways to prepare your garden and outdoor spaces for enjoying with visitors.
The following 7 tips will help you prepare to safely gather outdoors to make your first get-together comfortable and fun for everyone who will be visiting your...
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Preparing to Safely Gather Again
2023-03-15Updated: 2023-03-04 R&S Landscaping
How To Get Your Yard & GardenReady
2023-03-15Updated: 2023-03-04 R&S Landscaping
Each year when warmer temperatures start to creep into April, the excitement for spring's arrival grows. Many days begin to consist of daydreaming about the beautiful flowers that come with the welcome rays of sunshine. But for some, just sitting in your favorite lawn chair and soaking in the rays is enough to get you antsy for the arrival of spring.
It’s easy to get swept up by the longer days and more frequent sunshine, but it’s also important to remember that just because colder temperatures are over, doesn’t mean there aren’t lasting effects from old man winter.
For example, heavy snowfalls...
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Address Problems Early Before It's Too Late
2023-03-15Updated: 2023-03-04 R&S Landscaping
Early Care Prevents Future Problems
As we move further into spring, it becomes more important for homeowners to consider the health of their plants that are emerging from their winter dormancy. Like plants, insects re-emerge as temps warm after a long winter and begin to emerge & reproduce. These insects, if not identified and addressed early, can cause tremendous and costly damage to the garden.
In the warmer weather, insect pests such as Japanese beetles and wooly adelgids populate the landscape and set about to cause potential damage. But even more threatening are the spider mites and lace bug populations. These are...
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It's Time to Go Outside
2023-03-14Updated: 2023-03-04 R&S Landscaping
Plant Flower Pots & Containers
As spring arrives and warms our days, our outdoor spaces call to us. There is healing in the garden as it’s been proven that being outside improves our mood, relieves stress and boosts our immune system. It’s time to open the doors and get outside.
It may be too early in the season for serious gardening, but there are several fun outdoor projects that can be accomplished in a few hours as you bask in the warmth of the sun. These easy projects will take only a few hours and little effort, but the rewards of being...
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It’s Time to Check On Your Perennials
2022-04-10Updated: 2022-03-17 R&S Landscaping
Many of us plant perennials because they continue to grow and bloom long after we have introduced them into our gardens. Annuals, with their one to two season lifespans, may be exciting, but perennials are the plants that we depend upon year after year. They provide stability and a return on investment in our gardens. And they are beautiful.
Healthy, happy perennials tend to grow without much fuss which means that they can be overlooked in the garden. Because they don’t have to be planted every year, we may not take the time to examine them thoroughly. Perennials need regular care...
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