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Apr 23

Spring Has Sprung? Not Yet!

Ohio's spring can be a “chilling” reminder that in our Planting Zone (#6), it is always best to resist planting until after May 15th.

Apr 23

Container Gardening Done Right

If you don’t have the space or time, but want to grow produce or fill the space with scent and color, containers are a great option!

Apr 22

Oh Deer! ...Some of the Biggest Culprits

One of the most prolific outside forces that effect our landscapes are animals. Of these animals we find that deer are the biggest culprits.

Apr 21

The Latest Company Events

We try to acknowledge some of the Hispanic culture for our Hispanic workers as we celebrate a variety of holidays!

Mar 26

Award Received at Annual Landscape Awards Competition

M.J. Design was one of just four companies to win an award in ONLA's 48th Annual Landscape Awards competition!

Mar 26

Keeping Our Earth-Friendly Commitments

Many of reduce, recycle and reuse practices have been the standard at M.J. Design for quite some time!

Mar 26

The Brood X Cicadas are Coming this Year!

This is the year of the Cicadas. Brood X, commonly known as ‘The 17-year Cicadas’ will be emerging from the ground.

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.

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