by greenacres | Jan 12, 2022 | Blog
Cold weather can affect the health of your lawn in some unexpected ways. While most people are concerned with protecting their lawns during the hot days of summer, cold weather and snow can be equally damaging. After a long period of snow, many homeowners start to see patches of gray mold spread throughout their lawn. This is a sure sign of snow mold. Gray snow mold (Typhula blight) is a...
by greenacres | Dec 9, 2021 | Blog
It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year, but don’t let candles, candy canes, and Christmas carols deflect you from keeping yourself and your home safe this holiday season. Your beautiful decorations could turn into something much more dangerous without following proper safety procedures. When searching for your tree, be sure to seek out the freshest one you can find. One of the...
by greenacres | Nov 23, 2021 | Blog
Winter is fast approaching, but that does not mean your gardening has to end. You can continue to grow and enjoy fresh produce due to the number of plants that thrive in the winter. You may want to start with some winter gardening supplies. A cold frame is a simple structure that utilizes solar energy to create a microclimate within your garden. They are used to retain heat and protect plants...
by greenacres | Nov 8, 2021 | Blog
Nobles, Grands, and Douglas Firs are the best Christmas trees to get this Holiday season! The most popular types of Christmas trees are fir trees because they shed fewer needles when they dry and maintain their scent and color. Douglas firs are the most common type of tree in the US! They are grown and shipped all over North America. They have 1-1.5 inch dark green, soft needles that...
by greenacres | Nov 1, 2021 | Blog
Because of the pandemic, many people are still choosing to stay home for the holidays. That may make having a traditional Christmas with a real tree an essential part of a family celebration. Getting your perfect tree early this year will be necessary as the demand may be greater than the supply. While we were sweltering in over 110-degree heat last summer, the last thing we were...
