Seed vs. Sod: What’s the Best Choice?

Planting a lawn is a great way to add color and warmth to your yard, but most people are left wondering: seed or sod? What’s the better choice? The Difference  The short answer is that both types of lawns are great choices; the one that is best for you lies in a few factors. First, … 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

Which Plants Are Toxic To Pets?

Of the thousands of flower and plant species, only a small number of them are toxic to the point of being truly dangerous to your pets. Before your dog or cat eats a flower or plant in your garden, worrying you to the point of calling a helpline, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself … 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

Dog-Friendly Landscaping

DogscapingDo you have a “problem digger?” Does your dog trample the foliage on the boundary of your property? Is it possible to maintain a beautiful, vibrant landscape, while keeping your dog happy and healthy? By simply altering your landscape, these are issues which can be easily addressed. The Digger Your dog may well be just … 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