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October Landscape Checklist: Fall Prep Made Simple
October is the perfect time to give your landscape a little TLC before winter sets in. Whether you’re preserving your curb appeal or prepping your garden for next season, here’s what should be on your fall checklist.
Sep 26


Fall is for Planting – Even in a Dry October
Many people associate spring with planting season, but October is one of the best times to plant—even if this fall has started off drier than usual.
Sep 26


Transitioning Summer Pots to Fall
The time is getting near when we start to think about transitioning from vibrant summer pots to richly textured, seasonally-inspired fall displays.
Aug 28


Dollar Spot: The Pesky Patch Hitting Your Turf
Dollar Spot (genus Clarireedia) is a common fungal turfgrass disease that causes straw-colored, coin-sized spots—especially on closely mowed turf.
Aug 28


Deadheading Daylilies with Jack
Learn how to deadhead Daylilies with Jack!
Jul 30


Watering 101
Improper watering is one of the most common and preventable causes of plant stress, and getting it right requires more than simply turning on the hose. Effective watering depends on several key factors: plant species, age, soil type, weather, and location.
Jul 30


Understanding Plant Life Spans: From Daylilies to Mighty Oaks
Most people don’t realize that plants have lifespans just like animals and people and they vary widely. Some plants live only a few short years, while others, like oak trees, can thrive for centuries.
Jul 30


Deer-Proof Your Garden: Effective Strategies & Products
There are a number of practical, earth-friendly steps you can take to protect your landscape without harming the wildlife.
Jun 23


Tree Planting: What Many Think vs. What Should be Done
Planting a tree might seem simple—dig a hole, drop it in, and let nature take over. But this common approach often leads to failure, wasted time, and dead trees.
Jun 23


Always Learning, Always Teaching
At M.J., we believe in continuous learning—and sharing that knowledge with others. Here are few key pruning tips our team shared during a team member training.
Jun 23


Spring Seeding Update: Patience is Key
If you’ve done any seeding this spring, you may be wondering why you haven’t seen much growth yet. Don’t worry—this delay is completely normal and expected given the current conditions.
May 28


Hydrangeas 101
Hydrangeas are one of THE most popular plants on the market.
Apr 21


Do NOT Chop Chop – Instead Stop Stop!
Have you ever driven through an area where you notice trees severely cut back, leaving only stubs? This practice can do more harm than good.
Apr 3


Spring Landscape Cleanup: Is March Too Soon to Start?
Temperatures are rising and it’s hard to resist the urge to get outside and start tidying up. The big question stands: Is March too soon?
Feb 24


Joel’s Dirt: What To Do With The Leaves
The leaves have fallen. Leaves are not bad, they are mother nature’s way to replenish the soil.
Nov 27, 2024


Do I Cut down Ornamental Grasses Now or Wait?
When it comes to cutting down ornamental grasses, the decision largely depends on personal preference.
Nov 27, 2024


Lawn Prep for Winter 101
As the temperatures cool down and we hopefully get more rain, your lawn will begin to green up.
Nov 4, 2024


Revitalizing Your Turf: A Guide to Fall Reseeding
As we approach the end of summer, it's an opportune moment to assess and rejuvenate your lawn, especially if you've noticed excessive damage
Jul 25, 2024


Joel’s Dirt: Mastering the Art of Landscape Watering
Plant watering is difficult to master. It varies for plant varieties, location, soil conditions, mulch conditions, wind, tree canopy, and mo
Jun 21, 2024


Joel’s Dirt: Spring came early and so did summer!
It is too hot again this week. We are a month ahead of the average growing cycle (based on temperatures over the last 20 years).
May 22, 2024
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