Summer is just getting started here in Maryland…but the sun is already at full force. We are expecting record-setting heat this week. Here are some tips and tricks to keep your plants happy in the heat.
Preparing Your Landscape for the Winter Ahead
At Hometown Landscape & Lawn Service we understand that your landscape is an investment. Here are some tips to ensure a happy transition from fall to winter. Read More
Should I Have My Gutters Cleaned Before Winter?
If you have noticed your gutters are clogged with debris, now may be the best time to have them cleaned! Your gutters serve the purpose of directing water away from your home so that leaks and rot damage do not happen to your roof and foundation. When the gutters become clogged water can pour over the sides or debris can freeze causing cracks to form. Read More
Snowmageddon 2017?
From the looks of it, this is going to be another rough winter for the DMV. With upwards of 2 feet of snow predicted for the season, now is the time to buy a snow shovel if you don’t already have one!
Snow predictions 2016-2017
If you are one of those people that always waits until the storm to stock up on ice melt, a snow brush for your car, and a shovel to clear your walkways, you might want to think about just getting them now to avoid the headache!
Prepping Perennials for the Winter
Fall is upon us and it is time to start prepping your garden to survive the winter. Taking good care of your garden beds in the fall will help them to thrive in the spring and summer.
After the first frost has struck and your foliage begins to yellow off and die, cut back the plants to help them survive the winter. Cutting back the plants helps to keep the water inside the roots instead of feeding to the leaves.
Feed your plants – Fall is a great time to work compost into your flower beds. Compost will break down over the winter, releasing nutrients and improving your soil structure
Mulch– after the ground has frozen, remove old mulch and replace or add hay to help catch and hold snow. This extra layer will help to insulate the bed as well.