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Working Around Our Crazy Weather
With excess moisture in the ground this spring, we try to work as best we can as the weather allows. But, we don’t want to make more of a me
Apr 23, 2018


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


Introductions!
We have two new teammates joining us from Mexico, Hilario and Pedro! Their brothers have already been with the M.J. team and we look forward
Apr 20, 2018


M.J.'s Growth Over 20 Years
Our company’s number of employees has grown significantly over the past 20 years—along with the John family. When M.J. Design started back i
Mar 28, 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


Spring Excitement (and Challenges)
With spring nearing, there is always excitement in the air for warmer temperatures and sunshine! This past week, I found myself traveling to
Feb 21, 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


Our Holiday Office Hours
M.J. offices will be closed December 21, 2017 through January 2, 2018.
Dec 15, 2017


Some Concrete Creativity
Our team certainly understand the M.J. Design standards. They also know the M.J. Design logo and brand standards! Ok, Jose Luis is a bit...
Dec 14, 2017


Green Card Updates
M.J. Design has been working hard with the USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) to obtain work authorizations and perm
Dec 13, 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
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