Water Restriction Information Our Lawn Watering Guide is provided as a helpful resource only-always confirm with your local municipality as rules change from time to time. The following websites may help you understand how to water your lawn during a water restrictions & watering bans: York Region
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Having an outdoor space can be one of the most rewarding parts of owning a home. Often, lack of vision is all that stands between an empty yard and a vibrant space. Are you satisfied with your landscape? Does the look and feel create the atmosphere you’re
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The Difference Between Hardscape & Soft Scape Hardscape and softscape refer to the heavy or light landscape materials used respectively. While the stone, flagstone and rock are referred to as hardscape, trees, soil, flowerbeds, vegetable gardens, grass and shrubs comprise the softscape. A great combination of hardscape
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Choosing a Landscape Company When choosing a landscape company, there are many factors to consider. Insurance: Make sure that the company holds liability insurance for your property and can provide a Workman’s Safety & Insurance (WSIB) certificate. Longevity: A company that is trustworthy and provides good service
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What are Japanese beetles The Japanese beetle is a plant pest native to Japan that attacks roots, foliage and fruit of a variety of host plants, including elm, maple, rose, zinnia, corn, asparagus, grape, apple, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. The Japanese beetle larvae favour turf grass
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Danger lurks in a backyard garden. Aphids, cutworms, mealybugs and other pests are preying on your flowers and veggies. Who’s a gardener going to turn to for help? Forget nasty, expensive chemicals. Enlist the aid of “good bugs” (beneficial insects) that will battle and help control pest
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Opening Your Pond in Spring Article Courtesy of Mayer’s Pet Shop, February 2012 Spring is here, and that means it’s time to start thinking about opening your pond for another season. Here are a few tips to help you get your pond in top shape. Opening Your
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