Posts by La Rosa Landscape Company
Outdoor Patios: Create an Outdoor Retreat that is Uniquely Yours
In recent years, home landscaping has changed with the introduction of the “staycation.” Rest and relaxation at home have become the newest travel destination. Landscape concepts are being designed to include elements homeowners seek when vacationing. A patio can run the length or width of your house, curve around corners or reflect its contours. Depending…
Read MoreExtend Your Gardening Season with Early Spring Blooming Perennials
Lenten Rose (Helleborus) blooms in April-May. The deeply-lobed semi-evergreen foliage forms a clump that looks nice all year long. Depending on the cultivar they reach 12-24” tall and wide. Flower colors can be white, yellow, rose, maroon or purple. Pasque Flower (Anemone pulsatilla) also blooms April-May. It is a low growing plant for the front…
Read MoreWake Up Your Property with a Spring Cleanup
The snow is melting and spring has arrived. The plants are starting to wake up so it’s time to start thinking about a spring cleanup for your yard. Typically, this work begins in April and continues through early May. Now is the time to: Shredded hardwood mulch builds soil structure, provides a buffer for fluctuations…
Read MorePreen: A Powerful Weapon in the War Against Weeds
Preen Weed Preventer is a granular garden product formulated to be shaken or broadcast across the soil surface to reduce weed problems. Once activated, it stops weeds from germinating in your flowerbeds, gardens, and around trees and shrubs.
Read MoreThe Benefits of Landscape Planning
Landscape planning is the process of designing a floor plan for an outdoor space. It’s the best way to get a visual representation how cohesively each element of your landscape will work together before committing to a financial investment.
Read MoreBeware the Effects of Winter Drought
Trees, shrubs and perennials rely on the snow as their primary insulator and protector during the winter months. A layer of snow helps to prevent the ground from freezing, protecting the root systems of plants. Without snow to protect them, plants can become more stressed and susceptible to disease.
Read MorePrevent Animal Damage During Winter Months
During harsh winters, food can become scarce, forcing animals to eat and potentially damage or destroy your trees, shrubs and evergreens. Here are some of the signs of damage to watch for and how you can protect your vulnerable plants from them.
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