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Feb 19

Recovering Your Landscape from Snow… Good, bad, Ugly

Now is the time to consider what your landscape will need to recover from all the snow (and ice) during this cold season.

Feb 19

Winter Pruning

Winter is the season of dormancy, and the season usually right after most of the plants are done blooming, it is the best time to prune.

Feb 18

Starting with a Quality Design Plan

Are you looking to enhance your property this year! Let us help you! Every landscape should begin with a quality plan.

Feb 17

Welcome to our High School Intern—Stella!

I am grateful that M.J. Design knows the importance of mentoring young adults while also teaching about the landscape industry.

Jan 25

Proper Winter Watering

Ideally the air and soil temperatures should be at or above 40 degrees. Watering the soil zone within the drip line will be enough...

Jan 25

Mower Maintenance Checklist

Late winter is the perfect time to get a mower ready for the next spring season.

Jan 25

Joel's Dirt: The latest on H2B, and our spring preview

We are fortunate to have secured Permanent Resident Cards (green cards) for many of our workers, but our H2B support staff is unlikely.

Dec 21, 2020

2020 Summary from Molly—Feeling Grateful.

As we wrap up 2020, let's think about the positives. We know there were hardships and disappointments. But there is much to be grateful for.

Dec 21, 2020

Recycling doesn't always mean composting

Of course we recycle everything we can at M.J. Design, but it is not always into compost.

Dec 21, 2020

Thinking about a change to your outdoor space?

Winter is the time to start planning if you are looking to make changes to your property in 2021. Our designers are happy to meet with you!

Oct 23, 2020

Career Opportunities!

M. J. Design is looking to hire people who enjoy working in the horticulture industry, have a horticulture background, and love plants!

Oct 23, 2020

Silver Award from the National Association of Landscape Professionals

M.J. Design Associates is proud to announce it has been awarded an Award of Excellence—Silver Award by the NALP.

Oct 21, 2020

Annual Bonfire Pumpkin Carvings

Our staff recently displayed their artistic talents through pumpkin carvings at our annual bonfire.

Oct 21, 2020

Could it be Squirrel Damage?

It is unique that we are seeing them attack the pine oak trees this season, but actually leaving the white oaks and red oaks alone.

Sep 23, 2020

Joel's Dirt: 2020 Growing Season Reflections

Just keeping plants alive has been a challenge, let alone looking great! Regardless, I have been very proud of M.J. Design’s work/results.

Sep 23, 2020

The Importance of Right Plant, Right Place!

Often times when watering issues are so easily prominent, it actually means there are improperly planted turf or plants.

Sep 23, 2020

Bulb Planting Tips!

Are you a planner? Have you planned your spring color? The golden trumpet daffodil is an excellent addition to your flower bed.

Aug 24, 2020

Beware of Disease in Your Turf

If you see brown spots in your lawn, don't panic. It can be fixed with a little TLC and some fungicide.

Aug 24, 2020

Tip for Fall: Dividing Your Perennials

Do you want more blooms on your perennials next year? During the early fall days—when there is less heat stress on your plants—is a perfe...

Aug 24, 2020

Now is the Time to Plan for Spring Color—Tulip Education:

You may have planted tulips bulbs last year and had great blooms in spring. However, most tulips are not strong bloomers after year one.

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