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A Guide to Autumn Leaves in Your Landscaping

It is about that time a year where you will begin to notice the leaves falling off of your trees. What should you do about them?

There are actually more than one answer to this question. Depending on...

Pest of the Month: Aphids

Interested in learning more about the most common pests that you may come across on trees in North America? We are going to discuss one specifically every month to give you as much information as possible. This month’...

Plants to Avoid if You Are a Pet Owner

If you have dogs and/or cats, you may want to think about the plants you are putting in your garden.

We are going to be discussing which plants you should avoid putting into your garden and landscaping, as...

Indoor Trees: A Guide

Trees make everything better, why not have them inside your home as well?

Yes, a lot of us have trees indoors around Christmas time every year, but having different types of trees thriving in our homes all year round is...

Top Ideas for Creating a Protected Garden

If you are someone who gardens in your backyard, you have most likely experienced your fair share of intruders and pests. Whether it’s children who just want to pick the plants, animals who want to eat...

How to Properly Mow Your Lawn

Mowing your lawn is something you have to do pretty frequently, so it’s important that it is done correctly.

We are going to give you a guide for cutting your grass no matter what kind of mower you have. Whether...

Working as a Sales Manager in the Landscaping Business

If you are interested in becoming a sales manager, or simply wanting to learn more about what they do, you have come to the right place. We are going to be diving into the life of a sales...

Big Lonely Doug: Canada’s 2nd Largest Douglas-Fir 

If you ever take a trip up to British Columbia, you have to stop and see Big Lonely Doug.

This is Canada’s second largest douglas-fir, and it is a massive tree that looks almost unnatural...

Ideas for Your Walkways

The walkways in your landscaping are an important part to how your yard and lawn look. What should they consist of?

Here are some fairly easy and unique options for your walkways that won’t break the bank. No matter what...

San Francisco Landmark Tree: Sambucus Mexicana

a.k.a Mexican or Blue Elderberry

Location: Bernal Heights Natural Area

Sambucus mexicana is a subspecies of the very well-known Sambucus nigra, commonly known as Elder or Elderberry, from the...