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Don’t Make These Common Summer Lawn Care Mistakes

Don’t Make These Common Summer Lawn Care Mistakes

When it comes to the summer months, lawn care may seem like a breeze. Homeowners tend to get into a pattern of mow, water, weed—repeat; however, there are a few overlooked but important things to keep in mind when it comes to what not to do. We're here to highlight common

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Fruit Tree Care Tips

Fruit Tree Care Tips

Having a fruit tree in your backyard can be one of the most rewarding things. Enjoying freshly picked berries, apples, mangoes, avocados, and others can create delicious delicacies and family memories that last a lifetime. Proper care for your fruit trees is the key to keeping the fun flowing. The Spring-Green team , leaders in lawn care since 1977, wants your enjoyment of your fruit trees to last for years to come, so we put this guide together to help you understan

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How to Prevent Wasp Nests On & Around Your Home

How to Prevent Wasp Nests On & Around Your Home

During mid to late summer, wasp activity, along with outdoor temperatures, begins to heat up. If you notice wasps and their nests showing up around your home during the summer months, you don’t have to be a prisoner to the threat of these buzzing, flying pests. While we cohabit with nature and many of nature’s creatures, wasps can pose a threat to our well-being if left unchecked. For this reason, it’s important to level up your knowledge of wasps and take a few easy steps to keep them at bay. Of course, if you are having

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Everything to Know About Thatch

Everything to Know About Thatch

Lawn thatch is a term you may have heard thrown around, or maybe you’ve even seen it up close a few times, but how much do you truly know about it? The lawn care pros at Spring-Green have compiled a guide to help you get schooled up on thatch. Everything you need to know has been gathered up in this easy-to-read format so you can get your overview quickly and then return to your busy life. Of course, we’re here for you to help you with

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Your Spring Planting Plan Is Here

Your Spring Planting Plan Is Here

Welcome to May! It’s time to start looking forward to all the amazing things spring and summer can bring to our outdoor world. If you’ve had gardening on your mind, the time to get started is now. It’s optimal time to get to work on your vegetable, fruit, herb, or flower planting initiatives. The pros at Spring-Green are passionate about all things that grow outside. Of course, we’re your neighborhood lawn care partners, but we’re all about gardening too. We know the weath

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What to Know About Asian Giant Hornets

What to Know About Asian Giant Hornets

The world's largest hornets have been reported in the US, leaving many to question how dangerous these black and orange insects could be to our ecosystem. The Asian giant hornet is also known as the Japanese giant hornet and the Murder Hornet. They're native to Asia, ranging from Japan and Russia down to Thailand and Myanmar (formerly Burma). But they were first discovered in the US in the fall of 2019 in Washington State. At that time, only two Murder Hornets wer

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Is Your Lawn Equipment Ready for Spring?

Is Your Lawn Equipment Ready for Spring?

Before spring officially hits, it's beneficial to take stock of your equipment to ensure you're ready to perform the maintenance your lawn will inevitably need. Think lawn mowers, weed whackers, edgers, gardening tools, electric power equipment and garden hoses. Use this checklist so that you're prepared come springtime: Your Spring-Ready Lawn Gear Checklist 1. Prepare

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Top Tips for Spring Tree Care

Top Tips for Spring Tree Care

As we enter into spring and embark on the warmer months, many homeowners are left grappling with caring for their trees . Questions concerning trees as they come out of dormancy and keeping trees healthy in the spring swirl around tree-loving homeowner’s minds. These questions and so many others are about to be demystified, so you can feel confident that your trees are going to th

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Animal Hibernation in My Lawn: Should I Care?

Animal Hibernation in My Lawn: Should I Care?

From rabbits and raccoons to skunks and other critters, you likely have animals hibernating in your neighborhood at this very moment and they’re about to wake up. The question is: should you even care? Are these hibernating animals simply a part of our ecosystem that we should live and let live with, or are they posing a threat to the health and wellbeing of our lawns? This is a common concern of home and business owners worried about keeping their outdoor landscapes looking good (and healthy) all year long.

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The Luck of the Irish? All About Clover in Your Lawn

The Luck of the Irish? All About Clover in Your Lawn

St. Patrick’s Day is upon us! It’s the time of year where Irish heritage is celebrated and symbols like four-leaf clovers, rainbows and gold are abundant. But for many homeowners, finding clovers in the lawn isn't a joyous way to recognize the holiday. Instead, this pesky weed can leave you confused and frustrated. As we embark on this Irish holiday, let’s unpack the truth about the clover and its effect on your lawn. <

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