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Let’s Aerate!

by greenacres | Apr 19, 2023 | Blog, Seasonal lawn Maintenance, Seasonal Maintenance

Why should you aerate the lawn? Aeration is an essential step in lawn maintenance. Unfortunately, many property owners don’t realize this and try to cut corners by skipping it. Some assume that just adding water to the soil is enough to keep it loose and aerated. Here are some reasons why you shouldn’t skip aeration: Heavy Traffic and Regular Use – If you walk and play on the lawn or drive...

Winter Yard Tasks for a Better Start in the Spring and Summer

by greenacres | Feb 14, 2023 | Blog, Seasonal Maintenance, Tips

Have you ever wondered what project you can do during the winter months to help your yard or garden be better than last year? Fall and Winter in the Pacific Northwest can be dark, gloomy, and most of all wet. These things can make most of us want to stay indoors where it is warm and dry, but there are some things that can be done during these months that can help with your lawn and garden needs....

Benefits of Bark Mulch

by greenacres | Jun 23, 2022 | Blog, Lawn Care, Seasonal Maintenance

Mulch is a layer of organic or inorganic matter that’s placed on garden or lawn soil. The cover limits evaporation and helps the soil retain moisture for a longer period of time. It also protects the soil from extreme heat and cold, which can help protect the delicate roots of plants, grass, and trees. Mulch will also limit weed growth so your plants, grass, and trees don’t have to compete with...

Did You Wet Your Plants?

by greenacres | Jul 6, 2021 | Blog, Irrigation

With the extreme heat coming and going this summer (115 degrees in late June!?), your plants need extra care to survive the heatwave. Whether you are growing vegetables, a flower garden, or even some indoor plants, check out the tips below to salvage your burned and stressed plants and protect them from future damage. Signs that your plant has been overexposed to the sunlight include dark or...

MANAGING LEAVES IN THE FALL

by greenacres | Sep 1, 2020 | Blog, Seasonal Maintenance

September is upon us, and with that comes the changing of the seasons, pumpkin spice lattes, and falling leaves. As gorgeous as the change in scenery is, it’s essential to be aware of the potential damage resulting from excessive fallen leaves. Aside from being an eyesore, accumulations of leaves can cause a severe amount of damage to your property. The first problem to be aware of is clogged...

WHEN & HOW TO TRIM YOUR HEDGES

by greenacres | Aug 18, 2020 | Blog, Seasonal Lawn Maintenance, Seasonal Maintenance

Pruning, trimming, and shaping hedges in your yard can be a much bigger and more meticulous job than people realize. Not only is it a time-consuming, physical task, but a rushed or poorly planned pruning project may seriously damage your hedges. Typically built from many shrubs planted tightly in a row, hedges are used to frame and border a yard. They can be a great natural way to provide...

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Let’s Aerate!

Winter Yard Tasks for a Better Start in the Spring and Summer

Benefits of Bark Mulch

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