Here are some good tips for a healthy lawn with less weeds that will help you get the great looking lawn that will make your neighbours as green as your lawn. Maintain idea mowing height Ideal is between 6-9 cm (2.5-3.5″) Mowing too short will result in short roots and a less drought-resistant lawn.  Longer grass keeps soil cool and prevents wee seeds from germinating.  Cutting too long (over 9-10 cm) will lead to competition and shading within the turf stand. Mowing frequent

When looking for a professional landscape contractor it’s important to select the right company for the job.  You have worked hard to have a nice home and you want to make sure the professional you choose will take the same amount of pride in their work as you do in your home.  There are some things you should be asking for when deciding on a company. Proof of worker’s compensation insurance – Landscape contractors are required by law to pay WSIB premiums on behalf of their e

RESOURCES Do you need a permit to fill in a pool? The City of London will ask for permits for building new structures etc. Filling in a pool does NOT require a permit. Here is a link to PERMITS requirements: http://www.london.ca/d.aspx?s=/Construction_and_Building/buildpermit.htm If you want to get a survey done on your property for HYDRO here is the link with information and phone numbers: http://www.hydroone.com/MyHome/StaySafe/Pages/Callbeforeyoudig.aspx If you want to get

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Many factors are involved in creating a strong, healthy lawn. Fall lawn care is extremely important if you want a great lawn in the spring. Follow this checklist as part of a sound lawn maintenance program. Top up all gardens with http://soilmasters.ca/topsoils or mulches ~ This will help to protect your plants from the cold To help calculate the quantity of soil or mulch you will need click here: http://soilmasters.ca/conversions/Calculator Reduce mowing height and begin mul

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Tips for winter care of trees and shrubs If your plants get salt spray from the road, burlap may help, but wrap them with a double layer, not a single layer. To avoid having to cover your evergreens, don’t plant them near a road that gets salted, or plant salt-tolerant species such as junipers. To help preserve moisture, cover the root area of evergreens and broadleaf evergreens with a three-inch thick layer of leaf or bark mulch. Protect upright evergreen junipers and cedars

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