Tim Daly

Fall lawn maintenance

Lawn maintenance for autumn

The summer months are coming to an end. The cooler days of autumn are upon us. This time of the year is a transition time in the lawn and garden.

Trees and turf grass can be grown together successfully

Trees and lawns can coexist

Trees and lawn grasses growing in proximity to each other compete intensely for the limited amounts of space, water, light, and nutrients available.

Proper mowing techniques will keep your grass looking perfect

Proper mowing techniques

As the warm weather of spring has arrived, our lawns are actively growing and require proper maintenance. The warm season grasses, such as bermuda, zoysia, centipede and St. Augustine, have come out of dormancy and are green.

Many properties have large infestations of bamboo

Keeping bamboo infestations under control

Throughout the county, many properties have large infestations of bamboo. The plant does have an attractive appearance and can screen out unwanted views. However, bamboo is invasive in nature and can take over an area rather rapidly smothering anything in its way.

Late season freeze can damage susceptible plants

In March, spring starts to make its appearance. With warmer temperatures, many flower plants begin to leaf out and bloom. The stores have warm weather plants for sale such as petunias, marigolds, tomatoes, peppers, and others.

Blueberries

Several fruiting plants thrive in the home landscape

Fresh fruit is tasty and healthy. Many homeowners wonder if they can be successful in growing plants that can provide a source of fruit during the growing season. The answer is a definite “yes.” Several fruiting plants do well in the home landscape if given proper care.

Put the right plant in the right place

The fall and winter months are the best time of the year to plant trees and shrubs. They will have a greater chance of survival after being planted because the weather is cooler, allowing the roots, which are insulated from the cold by the soil, to continue to grow. This results in a strong, healthy root system.

Quality soil promotes healthy plants

One of the most important components of growing plants is the soil where they are growing. The soil provides the necessary water and nutrients required for the plant’s metabolic functions.