What is Aeration?

Spring is here and that means everything is waking up from dormancy and the growing season has just begun in Camas, Washougal, and Vancouver, Washington. One of the best things to do for your lawn during this season is to aerate. But what is aeration and why is it beneficial? This post will discuss the process of aeration as well as how and why aeration is one of the most helpful tasks to perform on your lawn.

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Spring Cleanup Checklist

Now that spring is officially upon us in Washougal, Camas, and Vancouver, Washington, it may be time to clean up your yard in preparation for the forthcoming growing season. Since fall and winter can wreak havoc on your landscape, it is important to take care of your yard before the full force of spring arrives. Here, you’ll find our basic spring cleanup checklist that you can use as a guide for the cleanup process.

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Weeding Organically

It is officially spring here in Camas, Washougal, and Vancouver, Washington. With spring comes the flourishing of new growth, some desirable and others undesirable. Undesirable plants are often referred to as weeds. And, although there are a plethora of various chemical weed control methods, this article will focus on a few ways to control weeds organically.

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7 Spring Yard Tips

With the weather finally making the transition from winter to spring in most areas of Vancouver, Camas, and Washougal, Washington, it is time to start preparing your lawn and yard for the coming season. It is easy for most of us to forget about our landscapes during the winter months, but spring often reminds us that we may have been neglecting our yards. In this article, we will discuss 7 spring yard tips for cleaning up and improving your landscape.

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What is Mulch?

There are certain terms in the landscaping business that may stir up a bit of confusion, especially for those unfamiliar with the professional trade. Mulch seems to be one of those terms. This post will explain what mulch actually is and what forms it comes in.

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Storm Damage

Stormy weather has been abundant in the Washougal, Camas, and Vancouver, Washington areas this year. From rain and hail to snow and extremely windy weather, we’ve seen our fair share of storms. Cleaning up after a storm can be discouraging; sometimes we are left wondering where to start. Good news: A great place to start is here, reading this article!

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5 Ways to Improve Your Lawn This Spring

Winter is desperately holding on in the Camas, Washougal, and Vancouver, Washington areas. Colder temperatures, icy road conditions and the threat of snow is still lingering about throughout the Pacific Northwest. However, spring is on the way and, quickly, it will be here. That is why it is so important to start preparing your lawn now.

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3 Tips for Healthy Winter Lawns

The winter weather is hanging around parts of Camas, Washougal, and Vancouver, Washington. Although certain winter weather conditions can have detrimental effects on our lawns, oftentimes it's how we respond to these conditions that can truly wreak havoc on them. Be Mindful of Ice Melting Products Oftentimes, when there is an abundance of snow and ... Read more

Snow-Covered Lawns: What to Avoid

With large amounts of snow predicted on the forecast for Camas, Washougal, and Vancouver, Washington, winter is here to stay, for now. That is why it is important to note a few things about how to deal with your snow-covered lawn.

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Caring for Your Rhododendron

Due to its vivid colors and relatively low maintenance, the rhododendron is a highly sought-after plant. Rhododendron, which grows natively in Camas, Washougal, and Vancouver, Washington and, no doubt, throughout most of the Northwest, isn’t hard to come by. From planting to pruning, this post will explain how to properly care for a rhododendron. If you don’t already have one, this post will get you ready for a rhodie of your own.

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