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Did you know pruning helps trees and shrubs grow fuller?
Most people think that pruning gives trees and shrubs a well-maintained look. It is also common knowledge that pruning prevents

You’re Killing Your Lawn With DIY Lawn Care
With the wide assortment of products, instructions, and videos on the internet, lawn care may seem like a simple and

How to Enjoy Your Outdoor Patio All Year Long
If you live in a seasonal climate, you may think your patio is only for warm weather and stash away

Three Things to Consider Before Building a Patio
If you’re looking for a way to add living space but can’t build new rooms in your home, installing a

How to Prepare Your Front Yard for Halloween
As Halloween draws closer each year, we begin to start thinking about all the decorations we want to display in

Do I Have Lawn Fungus?
Lawn fungal diseases take on a variety of forms – from dead-looking brown patches to highly visible spots, threads, rings,

The Timeless Question: What Is the Proper Etiquette for Holiday Decorations?
The season for holiday lighting and winter displays is finally upon us! At this time of year, you may be

Use Your Time to Focus On Your Business Instead of Shoveling Snow
In Illinois, we’re veterans of dealing with snow, so it may seem sensible to handle the snow yourself, even when

Trimming vs Pruning – What’s the Difference?
In the same way that a good haircut changes a person’s look, trees and shrubs transform when placed on healthy

3 Things to Ask Before Hiring a Professional Mowing Company
The lawn service industry can be tricky to navigate, and sometimes, so can finding out what you should look for