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Mulch "Volcanos" Around Trees are Harmful
Did you know that mulch volcanos around trees can kill them? When we see this mulching technique while driving around, it makes us sad for t
Apr 23, 2018


Our Composting Over the Years
Today, our 2-acre property allows us space to stock pile our mulch and to compost and recycle our landscape debris. And would you believe th
Mar 28, 2018


Inspirational GREEN Efforts to Wrap Up March!
Dubai has the largest ecological footprint of any city in the world. By 2050, it wants to have the smallest. How is it getting there? Also,
Mar 28, 2018


Make Way for GREEN!
Even though winter has had its late snows, we have started our landscaping season! Our full staff is back and we are all working away.
Mar 28, 2018


We Believe in Green Work...Done in a Green Way.
MJ has a goal for Zero Waste in 2018. We will continue to compost all materials from landscape construction and maintenance. We will continu
Feb 21, 2018


Why Do We Prune by Hand?
At M.J., we'll do anything to help a plant thrive and grow. So, why do others shear plants into neat square, round and pyramid shaped ob
Feb 19, 2018


What's Happening at MJ During Winter
Joel has worked with our Hispanic staff on proper planting techniques this winter. Some simple things are so important to a plant's heal
Feb 19, 2018


Achieving an ONLA Residential Maintenance Award
M.J. was awarded a residential maintenance award from the Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association! Learn about the benefits of our full-ser
Jan 23, 2018


Celebrating 20 Years!
On January 1, 1998, we started M.J. Design Associates, Inc—and are proud that we have maintained our core values of Quality, Honesty and Int
Jan 22, 2018


Snow is Good... And Bad.
Snow does have its benefits when it comes to landscaping—it is a great insulator. Without snow cover, the frigid temperatures can damage pla
Jan 20, 2018


Christmas Tree Recycling
Be green this winter. We will pickup your tree to recycle it for you—a gift back to our environment!
Dec 15, 2017


Planning Ahead Has Benefits
If you have special events or landscape goals coming up, let us know this winter! We can get your project planned and scheduled for your eve
Dec 15, 2017


Fall Can be Perfect for Planting Trees
Most young trees sold are what landscapers refer to as "bare root" trees. They can be planted in spring, but "bare root"
Oct 25, 2017


Fall Clean Up—7 Easy Tips!
As the growing season comes to the end, you will want think about putting the plants to sleep for the year. Here are some easy tasks to reme
Oct 24, 2017


Preparing Healthy Soil Conditions
Often our clay soils hold moisture or prevent excess water from draining away. Let M.J. prepare healthy soil conditions for success in your
Sep 15, 2017


Butterflies & Caterpillars—Backyard Miracles!
Milkweed is the host plant for Monarch butterflies. This means that it is the only plant the female butterfly will lay its eggs on. The Milk
Sep 15, 2017


Should I Be Aerating My Lawn?
Aeration involves perforating the soil with small holes to allow air, water and nutrients to penetrate the grass roots. This helps the roots
Sep 15, 2017


Plan for Future Color
This time of year, we encourage you to take a few minutes, think about spring color, and plant fall bulbs. This is a small effort will pay o
Aug 21, 2017


Instant Fall Color
The changing track of sunlight in your garden allows you to create a seemingly whole new garden in autumn. Mix mums with other fall annuals
Aug 21, 2017


Japanese Beetle Issues
This is turning out to be a more significant year for Japanese beetles in central Ohio than we have had in a few years. Favorite hosts are
Jul 25, 2017
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