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9 Best Climate-Resilient Landscape Plants for All Seasons in Northern Virginia
Plants in the suburban landscape are subject to a number of different stressors. From pests to diseases and even periodically challenging climate conditions, you want to feel ...
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Summer Pruning: Plant Identification & Pruning Techniques for Safe Warm-Weather Plant Care
Pruning plants is one of those landscape tasks that seem relatively simple on the surface. And while it’s certainly not rocket science, there is a bit more complexity to it ...
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Naturalized Plants: 12 Beneficial Non-Native Species For Your Landscape
Choosing the best plants for your Northern VA property is more than just choosing ones that you think look nice. While a lot of people will just go to a local nursery and pick ...
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6 Ornamental Trees That are Safe to Plant Near Your Home's Foundation
Adding ornamental trees to your Northern Virginia property can be a great way to boost curb appeal. Ornamental trees add tangible value and aesthetic appeal because they are ...
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How Dormant Pruning Benefits Plants in Winter and Prepares Your Landscape for Spring
Caring for your ornamental trees and shrubs can sometimes feel like a lot of work. While you understand that a well-landscaped home will help contribute to your property’s ...
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Landscape Maintenance vs. Lawn Care: What’s The Difference?
Both your lawn and your landscape are critical components of your Northern Virginia property. Your lawn is the stage on which you enjoy life’s outdoor memories. You want it ...
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Essential Tree & Shrub Care Tips for Northern Virginia Homeowners
Trees and shrubs add so much to your Northern Virginia property. A well-landscaped home is known to contribute tangibly to your property’s value while also providing you with ...
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5 Things to Know About Japanese Beetles in Northern Virginia
Japanese Beetles in Northern Virginia are plentiful. The Japanese Beetle is unfortunately a threat to your landscape throughout its lifecycle. When Japanese Beetles are
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5 Tips to Caring For Your Evergreen Shrubs in Northern Virginia
The evergreen shrubs around your Northern Virginia property are a vital part of your landscape. Evergreen shrubs are valued as foundational plantings and for their year-round ...
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How to Get Rid of Bagworms on Your Trees and Shrubs in Virginia
Your trees and shrubs are valuable assets on your Virginia property. They not only enhance the look of your landscape but they likely also provide functional purposes like ...
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How to Identify and Treat Root Rot Disease in Northern Virginia
The plants in your landscape are subject to a number of different problems. Everything from environmental stressors to
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3 Tips to Protect Your Plants from Pests and Disease in Northern Virginia
We understand that the plants which comprise your landscape are valuable to you. If you’re like many homeowners in Alexandria, Arlington, and Springfield, VA, you likely have ...
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