10 of the Most Fragrant Plants For Your Florida Garden
One of the many delights of living in southwest Florida is that you can easily grow spectacular plants that can’t be grown in most of the rest of the country. This is due to the state’s climate, which is warm and gets plenty of rainfall most of the year. Indeed, according to the USDA, the […]
Choose the Right Sprinkler Heads for Your Southwest Florida Yard
Selecting the right sprinkler head for your lawn is very important. Having a nice lawn compliments the house and shows how much you care about your neighborhood. Gear sprinkler head The gear sprinkler head is enclosed in a case with only the nozzle sticking out. Therefore it is quiet during operation and costs less. It […]
The Benefits of a Smart Irrigation System
You likely already own a smartphone, smart TV, and maybe a smartwatch. It seems everything is becoming smart these days. So, why not add a smart irrigation system to that list? It is now possible to give your lawn a little TLC using smart technology. Let’s explore some of the benefits of a smart lawn […]
5 Helpful Tips to Keep in Mind When Hiring a Professional Irrigation Service
Like any other upgrade to your home or business, enhancing the outside of your property is a big decision. Once you’ve made the decision, it is time to find the right company. You want to look for a company that can do the work you want, like landscaping, hardscape, and irrigation services. Here are helpful […]
Lawn Care And Maintenance: How To Keep Your Irrigation System In Tip-Top Shape
The only time that the grass becomes greener on the other side is when you have a fully-functional irrigation system that will keep your lawn lush and green. The hot and humid weather can be harsh to your plants. This is why most homeowners routinely check their irrigation system to make sure that it will […]
Things You Should Know About Maintaining Your Sprinkler System
Sprinkler systems are known to be low-maintenance. However, they still require periodic servicing so they continue to work efficiently. Your lawn sprinkler can have breaks or leaks and you cannot detect these problems unless you have them inspected regularly by a landscape contractor. It might be tempting to inspect the sprinkler system yourself but having […]
What Makes Grass Healthy and Strong?
A strong, rich-green grass is an indicator of a healthy lawn. However, not everyone can achieve a lush landscape unless you make it a point to follow best practices. There are several components that keep your grass healthy. When you talk about good and attractive lawn, it means that it consists of healthy blades of […]
Signs That Your System is in Need of Sprinkler and Irrigation Repair
Sprinklers can help keep your lawn from becoming a barren wasteland during the dryer parts of the year. In order to keep these devices running properly, you’ll have to keep an eye out for warnings or signs that repairs are needed. It’s important to be able to decipher these messages and find a new sprinkler […]
Plants That Thrive In The Florida Landscape
When choosing plants for your landscape project, one factor that you need to consider is the ability of the plant to thrive. Southwest Florida experiences both excessively wet spells as well as very dry spells. Let’s consider the dryer conditions. Since many plants that thrive in heavy rain, don’t cope so well with a lack […]
South Florida Plant Guide: How to Achieve Beautiful Low Maintenance Landscaping
Florida is blessed with many days of wet weather – 53 inches on average in Cape Coral alone. All this precipitation helps Florida grow some of the most beautiful flora, hence the name of the state. Unfortunately, all that growth also means lots of maintenance. Considering the rising cost of living, most homeowners don’t have time to […]
