by greenacres | Feb 5, 2024 | Blog, Seasonal Maintenance
As we entered 2024 with New Year’s parties and festivities, mother nature decided to bring precipitation in the forms of rain, snow, and mostly freezing rain for much of Salem and surrounding areas. One of the storms left much of the Willamette Valley covered in snow and ice for almost a week. Once the freezing temperatures ended the weather did not and we received heavy rainfall that helped...
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...
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....
by greenacres | Jul 13, 2022 | Blog
Hoopla 2022 is the second year of the Unified Division & Free Unified Clinic. The inaugural 2021 year was a great success story and outstanding participation and fun for all: Thanks to a partnership with the Salem-Keizer School District and sponsorship from Green Acres Landscape and iWingz, Hoopla XXII is expanding access to student-athletes with special needs. For years, Hoopla has been...
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...
