LAWN CARE BLOG
Spring is when your yard begins to sparkle with fresh new grass. As lush green spreads across the lawn, keep an eye out for an intruder that kills the magic: crabgrass. When it takes root, it can ruin an otherwise beautiful lawn. Early spring is the perfect time to identify crabgrass, prevent it from taking…
Read MoreDormant Pruning, what it is and why it is so important… You may dread the thought of late fall and winter elements, but for your trees and shrubs, it’s the moment they’ve been waiting for all year! Your Trees and Shrubs Need Your Attention All Year Long The dormant season temporarily slows tree growth, which…
Read MoreWho can blame them, really. You plant rows of leafy greens, delectable petals and tasty trees. You fertilize them, keep them watered and then you line them up in a free buffet, right out in full view with easy access. You are providing a smorgasbord of munchies…for the local deer population. What is one to…
Read MoreImagine you have been through a very rough season where you have been inflicted with the flu for weeks on end. Your body is weak, the nutrients stored in your body are depleted and you are at a higher risk for infection from new viruses, bacteria & disease. What would you do? You would do…
Read MoreWinter can be hard on trees and shrubs. Prepare your beloved trees and shrubs for our harsh winter months by scheduling Deep Root Fertilization. It’s the best thing you can do for your trees and shrubs this winter, which is why we want you to know all the details. Protect Your Valuable Landscaping… So you found…
Read MoreWe just received a timely email: “I know that fall is the best time to do lawn seeding. What’s the correct order in which to do the following: top dressing with compost, aerating, and overseeding?” This email contains questions that a lot of you have regarding the correct “order” of Fall lawn care and what…
Read MoreWith the summer season just around the corner, we thought we might dig into the topic of timelines for a couple of landscape construction projects and the importance of working with a professional you trust. One of the most important values we have here at Swazy is setting the right expectations for our clients and…
Read More“Growth is never by mere chance; it is the result of forces working together.” — James Cash Penney, founder, JC Penney Can you believe that it is 2017? The end of a year always has me excited for a fresh year with new goals, exciting projects, and growth. Plus of course, looking back at the past…
Read MoreThere is nothing quite like a real Christmas Tree to create warmth and beauty to your home during the holiday season. If you’re getting a real Christmas tree this season you’ll want it to last through all the ho-ho-hos and tidings of comfort and joy. Here are some tips to make sure your Tannenbaum doesn’t…
Read MoreUnfortunately, many newer homes have gone to gas fireplaces. They’re cheaper to build, easier to install, and are often considered more convenient. Just flick a switch and instant flames! However, it is very difficult to top the cozy warm feeling generated by the sight, sound and smell of a wood fire burning in the fireplace…
Read MoreThe cold days of Winter are setting in…you can still have fun with your landscape! There are literally thousands of ways to make for an exciting Winter Landscape and if you are into the whole ‘Griswald Family’ type of decorations then, by all means, we will still be your friends… However, if you choose to…
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