All over our area, the smell of mulch is the smell of fresh landscaping. It’s a common sight alongside newly blooming flowers and budding leaves. But what does mulch do exactly? 

The answer goes far beyond aesthetics. Mulch serves as your garden's protective shield, moisture manager and soil enhancer all rolled into one.

You’ve seen the dying leaves and the wilted flowers. You know you need to do something to keep your yard’s foliage and flower beds alive. And pruning a plant has probably crossed your mind. 

But what is pruning a plant? And who can do it? You’re not alone in asking these questions.

Ahh, summer… time for enjoying the outdoors and the backdrop of a lush, green lawn. Unfortunately, keeping that lawn beautiful presents unique challenges. As landscaping professionals, we’re offering these six summer lawn care tips.