by greenacres | Apr 1, 2019 | Blog
How to Plant Edible Gardens Enjoying a simple meal made from the food you grew yourself is immensely satisfying. Sadly, it is a pleasure few suburbanites have. But it doesn’t need to be that way. Even homeowners with small yards can have the joy of creating a yard-to-table experience as long as they are willing to plan and put in the effort. Luckily, adding homegrown produce to your diet...
by greenacres | Mar 15, 2019 | Blog
Have a Commercial Property? Check out these tips! Unlike designing for residential property, commercial landscape designs require hardier varieties of flowers and plants which can thrive with less pampering and even in adverse conditions. Think about incorporating a few of these sturdy, yet beautiful flowers into your commercial landscape this spring. Great Flower Planting Tips For Commercial...
by greenacres | Mar 1, 2019 | Blog
Believe it or not, spring is right around the corner. If you are among the many property owners who have already switched to an irrigation system to save water and hassles, now is the time to start thinking about when to turn it back on for the growing season. Here are a few hints to help you determine the best time to turn on your sprinkler system, and how to set your irrigation system to...
by greenacres | Feb 15, 2019 | Blog
The Signs of Plant Disease: Breaking Things Down Plant disease is unfortunately common after a mild winter like the one we’ve just had, but thankfully it’s a situation you don’t have to take laying down. If you truly want to inspect your trees, plants, and lawn for pests and other signs of disease, there are a few key things you’ll want to keep in mind. Powdery Mildew One of the most damaging...
by greenacres | Feb 1, 2019 | Blog
Learn How to Save Water Without Drying Out Your Lawn Everyone wants a beautiful yard, but are you using too much water to keep your property looking great? It is possible to reduce your water usage as well as your monthly utility bill without turning your lawn into a desert by utilizing a few smart water conservation techniques. Use compost and mulch. A lot of the water you use for watering your...