Aphids might be one of the most annoying plant pests around. In the fall and winter, the cold drives them indoors, and we're more likely to find little green or white aphids on indoor plants around the house. Here are our best tips for controlling aphids.
Read MorePlanting bulbs in the fall is one of the easiest ways to bring springtime color to your garden with very little maintenance. Fall is the ideal time to plant spring-blooming bulbs because many of them need to be in a chilly environment through winter to kick off their growing season. If you're looking for flower bulbs to plant in fall, here are our tips for getting you started.
Read MoreRecently, we've noticed more and more people are interested in growing their own food. Since growing yummy vegetables requires a fair bit of care, there's also been an increase in discussions about dirt. If you've tried to grow anything in soil that's hard and compact, or really sandy and dry, you'll understand what we mean. Soil quality is essential for everything you grow, not just vegetables. In general, we're lucky to have pretty high-quality soil in Indianapolis.
Read MoreA while back, we talked about how to create more privacy in your backyard. There are so many options for hedging, whether you want to keep out prying eyes, block out noise, or just to create a quiet backyard escape. In our previous post, we mentioned Boxwood and Arborvitae, two classic and beautiful evergreen hedge options. These are excellent choices for the Indianapolis area, but they don't necessarily fit with the landscaping style of every yard.
Read MoreFall is the perfect time for cozy flannels, pumpkin carving...and lawn chores. While there’s plenty to get done, the fall weather is perfect for working outside. If you’re still struggling to get off the couch, we’ve made it easy to get started with this complete checklist of fall yard cleanup tasks. Make your way through the list and set yourself up for a gorgeous yard in the spring.
Read MoreTackling the weeds in your landscape is a long game. Our long cold winters and short summers seem to make them even tougher here in Indianapolis. The best strategy to win this war is knowledge, persistence, and the right weapons.
Read MoreEvergreens, which in Indianapolis are mainly conifers, are so good at their jobs that they hardly ever get the notice that they deserve. We appreciate them for their steadfast decorative features, but not only are they beautiful additions to our homes, they also add year-round utility.
Read MoreIndoor air quality isn’t always as good as we think it is, since many of the bad things that we’re breathing in are invisible, odorless, and tasteless. Unbeknownst to us, many things in our home, like our electronics, furniture, carpets, and even walls, and activities, like cooking and cleaning, will leach toxic chemicals into the air. So what do we do? We have plenty of cleaning services here in Indianapolis, but none of them are exactly known for cleaning air! Well, thankfully, the solution is as simple as air-cleaning houseplants.
Read MoreComposting might seem like magic, but it’s actually one of the building block processes of the natural world that ensures vital nutrients are recycled and used again to keep everything green and thriving. But, for something so essential in keeping the world around us working, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions floating around that we’re ready to solve. Is it difficult? Will it smell bad? Can I do it at home? We’re ready to help set the record straight!
Read MoreBlue isn’t a prevalent color for flowering plants, which makes it pretty desirable to gardeners who want their landscape to stand out! Cool, blue tones are easy on the eyes and mingle well with other colors. On a cloudless day, blue accents will kick your garden up a notch, tying the landscape in with the sky for a gorgeous summer scene.
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