The Real Benefits of Landscaping

The Real Benefits of Landscaping

Curb appeal is the best way to make a good first impression. Most homeowners agree,  spending over $45 billion on professional lawn and landscape services. Gardening has become America’s number one pastime, with over 80% of all households participating. What does this...
Irish I Was Planting

Irish I Was Planting

Growing up March always reminded me of three things. Spring break (which meant a week of no school), the state hockey tournament (which meant skipping school), and the planting season. I name the first two before the planting season because no school takes precedence,...
It Is Here!

It Is Here!

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has confirmed the finding of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Apple Valley on January 21, 2016 after a report came in from the city.  This is the first finding of EAB in Apple Valley, although it was found in neighboring Eagan during...
February Comes Alive

February Comes Alive

After a month of hibernation February comes and wakes us up. Every year we map out our plant schedule and decide what week you will first begin to plant. In the horticulture world you plant it out by weeks counting the weeks from the beginning of the New Year. For...
Create Your Outdoor Lifestyle

Create Your Outdoor Lifestyle

As spring is rapidly approaching, now is the perfect time to start thinking of your plans for the upcoming landscaping season. A popular trend is creating your very own unique outdoor living area.  This is a great way to take advantage of the wonderful seasons...