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Record-Setting Spring Season for Rain—means Summer Stress for Your Lawn and Landscape

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
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Watering Trees and Shrubs Efficiently

August 20, 2020
Watering trees and shrubs is very important particularly this time of year. As of August 13th, in Massachusetts 35% of the state is abnormally dry and 65% is in moderate drought, over 6” below normal rainfall. Drought does not only affect trees in the short term, but it can cause damage that may not be… View Article
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Mosquito Borne Diseases

July 28, 2020
There are primarily 2 mosquito borne diseases in Massachusetts that have special concern. These 2 diseases are eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEE) and West Nile virus (WNV). These Arboviruses, viruses transmitted by insects, though rare, are capable of causing serious disease. These viruses are found in birds and are transmitted from bird biting mosquitos to… View Article

Broadleaf Weeds and How to Fight Back

July 15, 2020
Broadleaf weeds are one of the biggest issues that can be found in a home lawn. There are multiple practices that can be taken to control these weeds. To obtain the most effective control on broadleaf weeds it is important to understand the different life cycles. Listed below are the three types of life cycles… View Article
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The Benefits of Honey Bees

June 16, 2020
Insects are not typically on the top of most peoples lists of favorite animals because of the pest we deal with on a regular basis. This can make it easy to overlook all of the positive benefits insects can have. In actuality, only about 3% of insects are ever considered pest leaving the other 97%… View Article

Best Practices for Mosquito Control

May 29, 2020
Temperatures are rising and you are spending more time outdoors. You have also probably been swatting away mosquitos and other pesky bugs. Have you been thinking about mosquito control for your yard? Did you know there are 51 species of mosquitos that occur in Massachusetts? Most of these mosquito species only bite birds or other… View Article

7 Spring Tree Care Myths

May 26, 2020
In this day and age of internet and social media, there tends to be plenty of misinformation shared. This even holds true on subjects involving the green industry. Today we’re going to share and debunk 3 spring tree care myths you may have read about. Myth – Pruning in the spring will make trees “bleed”… View Article

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What to Know About Fallen Acorns & Lawn Health

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 ...
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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 ...
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Do Pine Trees or Pine Needles Change the pH of My Soil?

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 ...
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The Importance of Trained Lawn Care Technicians

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 ...
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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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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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