May 25Irrigation Start-Up Considerations Even if the irrigation system has been started and checked for repairs, consider the environment and recent weather before running.
May 25Good Mowing PracticesHere are some good mowing practices we like to keep in mind that help keep your lawn green and healthy throughout the summer.
May 25Cinco De Mayo with the M.J. Team!This May, we celebrated Cinco de Mayo with our M.J. staff and their families with a Mexican feast!
Apr 27The Weeds are Here!One thing can be quite a hinderance on the beauty and splendor that we have been waiting for so patiently. That’s right…WEEDS!!!
Apr 27Planting for Healthy Root DevelopmentIf you are thinking about planting a tree, here are some key points of our trusted process...
Mar 30The Role of Native BeesNative Bees, like the Mason and Ground Nesting types, play an important role in pollination of garden crops, native plants and fruit trees.
Mar 30The Importance of Pruning Roses ProperlyA good rejuvenation prune in early spring won’t put too much stress on a rose plant, as the weather is cool enough to allow it to recover.
Mar 30Mulch: Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde This time of year everyone is ready to get out and mulch, but what IS the best way to mulch?
Mar 28Leprechaun Visits M.J. Team!On March 17th, the M.J. Design staff was greeted by that sneaky leprechaun, who hid a pot of gold at the shop!
Feb 22Keeping it Green This year, we are pushing further green practices into the field with some new battery-operated equipment!
Feb 22Tree Planting in Late Winter & Early SpringIn OHIO, one of the best times to plant trees is between early March and early May, when trees are still dormant, and frost is not a threat.
Feb 22What to do About Plants Sprouting EarlyBulbs sprouting in the winter isn’t normal in cold weather climates, but with inconsistent Ohio temps, it is common.
Feb 1When & How We Cut Ornamental GrassesFrom a horticulture standpoint, you just want to make sure that they are cut down before they start to grow come spring.
Jan 31Proactive Mower MaintenanceWe definitely take the time to properly maintenance our 100+ pieces of equipment.
Jan 31M.J. Staff Members Staying Busy this WinterWe look forward to the rest of our team’s return in March and early April.
Dec 16, 20212021 Reflections & AppreciationWe hope 2022 provides many of the same good fortunes that we're so appreciative to have experienced in 2021.
Nov 24, 2021It’s OK to Leave the Leaves…By raking all the leaves, we rob the plants of organic matter, we rob them of nutrients.
Nov 24, 2021Winter PreparationsIf you've had the national award-winning M. J. Design Associates team install new plantings around your property...
Nov 23, 2021The Perfect Christmas TreeAfter the holildays, we are happy to assist with recycling your tree, just give us a call—we'll arrange a pickup!
Oct 26, 2021Fall Lawn MaintenanceFall core aeration is a great way to help prepare our lawns for the harsh winter season.