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A lush, green lawn is very appealing. To maintain a well-manicured lawn it takes time and quite a bit of work. If you are reading this, you are either already putting in that hard work or maybe you are here looking for resources to assist you with that task. You have come to the right place! Here are some fascinating facts about Turfgrass to remind you why a healthy lawn is important!

I have always had a soft spot in my heart for Boxwoods. I’ve transplanted seven of my grandmother’s boxwoods from her original home to each of my three new homes in Northern Virginia. When I move, they go with me. It is truly a labor of love. I haven’t lost a boxwood yet and wanted to share the steps I’ve used transplanting boxwoods successfully every time.

What many pet lovers fail to consider is the importance of safeguarding the outside of their home too, which is where a lot of pets spend a good amount of their time. Pet owners or Pet owners-to-be can make their property safe and beautiful at the same time, so their landscape won’t take such a beating, and more importantly, their furry friends are safe.

We recently interviewed Victor Parrales Sr., Vice President of Operations at Professional Grounds. Victor has been successfully managing Proground’s Employees for 30 years. He is a role model to so many people, not only those he has managed but also to those who have worked with him over the years. Victor says that he feels the most important trait a successful manager needs to possess is the ability to genuinely care about the people they lead. Victor also makes a point to mention that the keys to effectively manage employees don’t end with the simple ability to care.

A list of frequently asked questions about snow removal.

There are so many live tree options for holiday decorating that I thought a simple ‘ Christmas Tree Guide ’ was in order. If you have a tree during the holidays, then you know that tree is the center of all home holiday decor. Those green beauties also extend their presence into our centerpieces, door hangings, mantle displays, etc. So which tree is right for you?

Unless you are lucky enough to live on a large property in the Metro DC area, you likely live in close proximity to your neighbors. We live in an amaing area so of course it’s going to be more densely populated, but close living quarters don’t mean you have to compromise privacy in your outdoor area.

Have you ever wondered how your neighbors yard looks so great, has so few weeds and just looks overall better than yours? Chances are that your neighbor knows the importance of pre-spring yard prep, or pays a professional to take care of that for him. Now is the time to lay the groundwork for a healthy yard during the warmer months.

Our Lead Designer Marta Carlson spoke with the Angie’s List ‘Chat with the Experts’ host Kiel Hauck about simple landscape tips, the ideal time to install landscape elements, and some of the best ways to execute landscape projects.

There are many products marketed to safely control insect infestations, but many of them are more harsh and not as safe for the environment (or those living in it) as people would expect.