Crocus The crocus is a simple plant but one we all can’t wait to see. There are hundreds of varieties of Crocus. One of the popular varieties is Crocus versicoloris. They exhibit purple, white, …
NH Lawn Care & Insect News
My passion for turf and plants - and my fascination with bugs - doesn't stop when the work is done, so I blog about them in my spare time! Browse the categories below or use the search tool to find interesting tidbits about your landscape.
What’s Growing On? – 2014
I am excited! The maple trees are showing signs of waking up and one of my crocuses are poking their first leaves through the mulch next to the foundation. Soon the crews and I will be busy making the …
What’s Growing On? – 2013
Spring cleanups, tick control and Healthy Lawn programs….that’s what’s going on today. The extremely busy winter has me writing this newsletter after all our services have started. The crews and I are …
What’s Going On in the Yard Right Now?
Today is February 4th (Happy Birthday, Dad). You may think your yard is devoid of any activity but you would be wrong. Today is going to be above freezing for part of the day. Some of the evergreens …
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Ticks…Ticks…Ticks and Lyme!
I know. I keep harping on ticks - but my rants are justified! All the lectures this year have been indicating an explosion of Lyme disease throughout New England. The disease has been spreading …
Japanese Umbrella Pine
Japanese Umbrella Pine How about a real specimen plant? The Japanese Umbrella Pine is a relic from the Triassic Period. A living fossil was found whose origins are from 230 million years ago. It's …
Being Safe Is ALWAYS In Season
OSHA - yes, it;s a four letter word - the Occupational Safety and Health Administration can be very informative. I stopped by their booth at New England Grows Trade Show to get some tips on how to …
Warm Winters Are Rough On Your Landscape Plants
You would think that a warm winter would mean no damage to your plants…but that would be wrong! We had several periods this winter where it was 40 to 50 degrees for several days and then turned …
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Early Spring Fertilizing Schedule!
I was in Connecticut last week and the lawns are starting to show signs of greening up! The mild weather this winter has given me a jump start on the spring schedule. The Early Payment Special due …
What’s Growing On – 2012
Green Grass is 20 years old this month! It has been quite a ride. We have seen the company grow, improved our product lines and offerings, seen good employees come and go and expand their horizons, …
It’s Annual Flower Planting Time
I love annuals plantings. Shopping for annuals always puts me in a great mood. You can mix and match colors, heights, flowering times. For special events you can match the flowers included to the …
Spring Lawn Care Checklist
Things to do to get your lawn ready for spring! Rake out snow mold areas immediately to break the mycelial matt created by the fungus. Overseed thin spots. Repair plow damage and …
