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The answer to this question can be two-fold. The first part of the answer is that we are likely talking about two very different varieties. Store-bought varieties are made for longevity. They are bred to be mass produced, picked before ripeness, and trucked here from a tropical climate. They are not bred for taste or health. They no longer have...

There are a few keys to a healthy lawn through fall and winter. September and October are the perfect months to aerate your lawn. Core aeration is part of routine lawn care, and can fix many problems that threaten the life of a healthy lawn. If your lawn shows considerable foot wear, drains slowly, or browns up quickly when dry,...

There are many things to consider when you maintain your lawn on your own, and it may be a little difficult. The best lawn care St. Louis practices that you can opt for take a little consideration of what kind of environment in which you live. If you live in St. Louis, your lawn care practices are very specific to...

Why should I have my gutters cleaned? Because improper gutter maintenance St Louis will lead to clogged or damaged gutters which can cause thousands of dollars in damage to your homes foundation, exterior trim and basements. Gutters are meant to move the water away from your window seals and door jams as well as your foundation. If your basement is...

When you begin to think about selling your house, take a walk outside around your property. Stand in your front yard and take some notes on your landscaping. Is it overgrown, full of weeds, and just plain dull? The first thing people see when they pull up is your front landscaping St Louis. You need to make a good first...

If you’re looking to invest in a beautiful new front lawn or garden, there are a few things to consider. Though the planting of a new lawn is a rewarding process, you must consider all of your options before making any decisions. Choose your grass. You may think all grass is the same, but it’s not. These days, there are...

The best bushes for landscaping are those that add year-round beauty to your garden and yard. They work well as an anchoring to your small flowerbeds, and can be used to hide unsightly areas, or to create privacy. Though not every bush is ideal for every growing region in the nation, these common varieties work well in nearly all growing...

When done correctly, and at the appropriate time during the growing season, your DIY yard care will ensure a strong, healthy well-maintained lawn. With effective procedures you can make it more challenging for any type of weed or insect to invade your lawn. 1. Watering While it might seem obvious, your lawn desperately needs water for growth. Because it gets...

Because shrubs and bushes are an essential part of forming the structure and background of your garden, it is imperative to keep them looking great. Even though the exact specifics of caring for each variety of bush or shrub vary, based on its type, these general guidelines can help you easily keep your landscaping in tip-top shape. An Effective Watering...

We will hang your lights or purchase new lights and bring them to your home and install them for you. We climb the ladders. We battle the elements, while you sit back and relax. This service includes removing the lights after the holidays and placing them in the storage containers you provide. We can hang lights on your house, bushes...