The Tips, Tricks, and Expertise for Better Outdoor Living Spaces

Does Lime Kill Moss in My Lawn?

Moss might look lush and green, but when it starts creeping into your lawn, it’s usually a sign that something isn’t right. Homeowners often reach for lime, thinking it’s a quick fix to kill moss—but does lime really solve the problem? The short answer? No, lime does not kill moss. While lime plays an important… View Article

What To Expect From New Organic Lawn Care

August 17, 2017
Soil health is the cornerstone of organic lawn care and great soil doesn’t happen overnight. The transition away from conventional, chemical lawn care is a carefully tended process: it begins with a soil test and is executed with high quality materials, an expert lawn care professional and a bit of patience. Natural Tree & Lawn… View Article

Compost

June 1, 2017
Soil health is the best foundation for organic lawn care systems. Topdressing with compost not only adds vital nutrients and organisms to your lawn but it improves soil structure, increases water retention and reduces nutrient loss. Building and maintaining healthy turf begins with healthy soil. Compost is full of life and organic matter; ours has… View Article

Arbor Day, Past & Present

June 1, 2017
Arbor Day is a long-standing tradition for Maltby & Company. Maintaining the integrity of trees and green spaces is an important pillar of our business, but it is also a labor of love—we participated in the event for more than 35 years. On April 28th, Maltby joined a large initiative of 16 tree companies who… View Article

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2024 Year in Review

Weather Rainfall in recent years has been quite erratic.  We had a very wet spring this year a fairly average summer, and an incredibly dry fall.  Last year we saw ...
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leaves on the lawn

Unleashing the Potential of Fall: The Art of Mulching Leaves for a Thriving Lawn

As autumn ushers in its vibrant palette, your lawn undergoes a seasonal metamorphosis. Instead of seeing the fallen leaves as a chore, seize the opportunity to elevate the health and ...
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Hairy Bittercress, Cardamine hirsuta

Hairy Bittercress: The Winter Weed You Can Prevent This Fall

As fall progresses, many homeowners assume lawn care can be put on hold until spring. However, some of the most troublesome weeds, like Hairy Bittercress, start growing during the winter ...
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Spotted Lanternfly

Updated: September 17, 2024 Spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is an invasive plant hopper insect native to China, India, and Vietnam. It was first discovered in the United States in Pennsylvania ...
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Snake Oil and Miracle Products for Lawns

As the world becomes more saturated with products claiming to be the solution to all of our problems, it's essential to be wary of snake oil and miracle products. These ...
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Mitigating Drought Stress in your Lawn

At Natural Tree and Lawn Care, we understand the importance of mitigating drought stress in your lawn. During the hot and dry summer months, your lawn can experience drought stress, ...
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