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3 Reasons to Hire Professionals to Mow Your Lawn

3 Reasons to Hire Professionals to Mow Your Lawn
There’s more to mowing your lawn than just running your mower over your grass every week. You can end up damaging your grass if it's not mowed properly, which is why you should hire a...
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Stop the Itch! Deter Mosquitoes From Hanging Around on Your Property

Stop the Itch! Deter Mosquitoes From Hanging Around on Your Property
Mosquitoes can suck the fun out of spending time outdoors. Their bites are itchy and can transmit diseases. However, there are ways to deter mosquitoes from hanging around your property! You can...
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The Ideal Watering Schedule for Newly Installed Sod

The Ideal Watering Schedule for Newly Installed Sod
Sod is a great way to get an instantly green lawn. Don't let the green grass fool you, though, it will still need some care and attention before its root system is fully developed. There is a...
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When Is the Best Time to Trim & Prune Your Plants in Alton, IL?

When Is the Best Time to Trim & Prune Your Plants in Alton, IL?
When it comes to maintaining your landscape in Alton, IL, trimming and pruning your plants plays an important role. While these two services are often mistaken for the same thing, they are very...
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How Do You Mow New Sod for the First Time?

How Do You Mow New Sod for the First Time?
If you just had sod installed on your property in Illinois, you're probably thrilled with the fact that you have a new lawn that provides instant beauty. However, while your new lawn will...
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2022’s Tick Season Has Arrived - Protect Yourself With These Tips

2022’s Tick Season Has Arrived - Protect Yourself With These Tips
We never want it to come, but 2022's tick season is finally here. Ticks are cold-blooded pests that thrive during the warmer months of April through July in Illinois. To protect yourself and ...
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When Is the Best Time to Have Sod Installed in Illinois?

When Is the Best Time to Have Sod Installed in Illinois?
Having sod installed is a way to quickly establish a lush, green lawn on your property. In Illinois, you'll want to install sod in either the fall or spring as these are the two seasons when it...
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The Perfect Weed Control Schedule for Lawns in Illinois

The Perfect Weed Control Schedule for Lawns in Illinois
Keeping weeds off your property can be tiresome, so you should consider investing in weed control to make the job easier. For weed control to be effective, there's a specific schedule that should ...
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Why You Should Always Combine Fertilization & Weed Control

Why You Should Always Combine Fertilization & Weed Control
As a property owner, it is a no-brainer that you'd want your lawn in Illinois to thrive. Lawn fertilization and weed control treatments are essential in achieving a robust and vibrant lawn....
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Spring Into the Growing Season With a Refreshing Spring Yard Cleanup!

Spring Into the Growing Season With a Refreshing Spring Yard Cleanup!
As we spring into the growing season, now is the perfect time to schedule a full spring cleanup service to set your yard up for success during the warmer months. Here in Alton, IL,...
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