Spring 2025 brought an extraordinary amount of rainfall to Massachusetts, marking one of the wettest seasons in recent memory. While this deluge has alleviated drought conditions across much of the state, it has also created an environment ripe for the proliferation of lawn and tree diseases. From Drought to Deluge: Massachusetts’ Changing Water Status After… View Article
Japanese knotweed, (Fallopia japonica syn. Polygonum cuspidatum) is an invasive herbaceous perennial weed introduced from East Asia in the late 1800s as an ornamental and to stabilize streambanks. This has partially aided in dispersal of the plant along streams as seed and other plant parts can be carried downstream and establish new populations. Where does… View Article
If you’ve ever had a rash from poison ivy, you probably take precautions to assure the plant isn’t growing in and around your yard and avoid it as best possible. Each year, we receive calls from homeowners about poison ivy and the best way to remove the troublesome plant. We’ve put together this list, answering… View Article
Red Thread in lawns looks like its name suggests, light pink or reddish threadlike patches. Infected turfgrass will turn light tan, and the leaf tips or margins may be covered with fine pink to red threads, giving the turf an overall pink coloration. How? When? Red Thread, also known as Pink Patch, appears within lawns… View Article
Lawns, trees and shrubs are living organisms and therefore face their own battles throughout the year. Now is the perfect time to recap many of the diseases, pests and environmental factors that took place in 2020. As professionals, we try our best to aid these living organisms to remain healthy or provide solutions as needed…. View Article
Have you ever noticed how rhododendron leaves curl themselves and droop in the winter? This is a natural phenomenon to reduce transpiration. Transpiration is a process by which plants naturally lose water through their leaves in order to draw more water up from the roots. Read on to learn more on how to protect plants… View Article
As we welcome fall, it is also the best time of year for homeowners’ to plan new trees and shrubs. We’ve put together a list of dos and don’ts for planting trees and shrubs to help as a guide for success: Plant Choice Do: The first thing to do when deciding to plant something is… View Article
If you have beautiful oak trees in your yard, chances are you’ve seen your lawn sprinkled with acorns each fall—and sometimes into spring. While these natural tree seeds are a ...
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 ...
If your yard has pine trees, you’ve likely noticed a thick carpet of fallen needles underfoot. Many homeowners worry that these pine needles might be turning their soil acidic, potentially ...
Maintaining a healthy and vibrant lawn requires more than just watering and mowing—trained lawn care technicians play a crucial role in ensuring your lawn stays in top condition. Regular lawn ...
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 ...
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 ...