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Proper Pruning Techniques
The best time to prune hedges and shrubs depends on the type of plant. For example, spring-flowering shrubs should be pruned after they bloom, while summer-flowering shrubs should be pruned in spring or winter.
Palm Trees
Palm trees are a common sight in Florida due to the state’s warm and tropical climate. They are synonymous with the beach lifestyle and add to the aesthetic appeal of the coastal areas.
Grass
The Following are four types of grass used in the Marco Island area and some tips on maintenance: Bahia, Bermuda, Empire Zoysia, & St. Augustine “Floratam.”
Bulbs
Daffodils and tulips are my favorite flowers because it was a sure sign of spring in Connecticut when they began popping up in the fields and yards. While we cannot grow daffodils or tulips this far south we do have some bulbous plants that are beautiful.
Fungus
Wet weather during the hot summer or cooler winter months can cause disease problems for our lawns and shrubs. Fungus spreads rapidly when you have free water on leaf surfaces for too many hours.
Grass Mowing
Proper mowing of your lawn can kill weeds and chinch bugs, cure disease, save water and provide fertilizer. However, improper mowing can be harmful.
Grass types for Marco Island
The Following are four types of grass used in the Marco Island area and some tips on maintenance: Bahia, Bermuda, Empire Zoysia, & St. Augustine “Floratam.”
Fertilizers Facts
Fall is here and most of you have started thinking about or already have fertilized your lawn, shrubs and trees. I thought a few facts on fertilizers and nutritional needs of plants might help you with your fertilizer choices.
Evapotranspiration
If you are one of the people who say it’s summer so I can turn off my sprinklers, this column’s for you. In spite of the fact that we are still in the rainy season, signs of water stress can appear quickly on lawns this time of year.
Herbicides
Are the weeds invading your turf? The cooler weather of the winter months will mean that it will be safe to have your lawn treated with a herbicide to try and bring them under control.
Grass Mowing
Proper mowing of your lawn can kill weeds and chinch bugs, cure disease, save water and provide fertilizer. However, improper mowing can be harmful.
Fungus
Wet weather during the hot summer or cooler winter months can cause disease problems for our lawns and shrubs. Fungus spreads rapidly when you have free water on leaf surfaces for too many hours.
