Benefits to Retaining Walls

Building a retaining wall will improve the look of your yard, but these walls also serve functional purposes. There are a variety of materials that can be used to build a retaining wall, with concrete, stone and wood being the most popular options. You will also have to be conscious of how tall your wall … Read more

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Organic Lawn Care Techniques

Many people are concerned with using pesticides on plants and landscaping. Pesticides can be toxic to humans and pets, dangerous to the environment and also make the difference in what you can safely eat from your garden. For these reasons, more people are turning to organic lawn care techniques. However, are these techniques really better … Read more

Paver Maintenance

The best way to maintain pavers is with proper sealing, which minimizes wear and tear, as well as staining. Traffic and weather conditions help determine the length of time between sealing, along with how often it’s already been sealed. Sealing reduces algae, mildew, fungus and efflorescence. Weed growth is minimized and staining from rust, grease … Read more

Healthy Lawn Care

Tips For Mowing Your Lawn

When it comes to mowing your lawn, there are some standard procedures which, when followed, will lead to your  efforts being rewarded with a vibrant, healthier lawn. The following tips will help keep your lawn looking great: To encourage healthy growth, mowing your lawn once per week is a good rule of thumb, except during … Read more

New Jersey’s Invasive Species

Over the past four hundred years, literally hundreds, if not thousands, of invasive plant species have been introduced into New Jersey. These natural invaders may start as a nuisance, but can quickly and aggressively spread, taking over a habitat. These invaders can be found on farmland, in forests and gardens, as well as in the … Read more

Best Grass Seeds For New Jersey Lawns

A typical New Jersey lawn An extensive array of grass seeds accommodates the seasonal changes and differing sun exposures experienced in New Jersey. Both cool and warm season grasses are grown in our state, with cool season grasses being more common. Kentucky Bluegrass, perennial Ryegrass and fine Fescue can be found throughout the state. Commonly used … Read more