Spring is coming… Well, it should be here soon! Right now, your grass is dormant waiting for the spring weather to wake it up. When it warms up, your lawn will start to grow again and with three simple steps, you can make it greener than ever. Step 1 – Spread lime on your […]
Proper Tree Mulching around trees is one of the most beneficial practices a homeowner can use for better tree health. So what is mulch? Mulches are materials placed on top of the soil to keep moisture in and improve soil conditions. However improper mulching materials and deployment may have little or even negative impact […]
I remember going to an Apple Orchard when I about 6 Years old and picking lots of apples. If you have room in your yard you can grow your own apples and pears. In New England, there are many fruit trees to choose from. The ones that do the best are Apples and Pears. If […]
Weeds make us insane! We stress over them, plot to kill them, burn them, poison them, pull at them, dig them out, trim them, curse them, and still they come back. If you’re looking for landscaping services in New Hampshire, contact the experts at Elf’s Landscaping today! Based in Rochester New Hampshire we service the surrounding […]
“good fences make good neighbors.” – Robert Frost In Robert Frost’s poem “Mending Wall” he really was referring to the fact that fences were good when they kept cows in. If you’re looking for landscaping services in New Hampshire, contact the experts at Elf’s Landscaping today! We service the entire seacoast area (Portsmouth, Dover, Exeter, […]
Don’t stop enjoying your patio just because it’s getting cooler! Adding a fire pit or fireplace to your patio or deck, you can have a great space that will be perfect for all seasons. When adding a new fireplace to your patio, deciding on the size can be a complicated task. You don’t want […]
Ever notice that ugly splash-back of soil that stains the foundation of your home? Ever notice rotted trim, sills, or window frames along the foundation of your house? Ever have issues with termites or carpenter ants? Ever get water seepage through your basement? These problems are all the result of moisture retention at the base […]
Most people don’t think of Winter Landscaping Projects. During the winter it’s cold but that doesn’t mean that you cannot undertake some landscaping project for home! Winter is a great time of year for some landscaping projects. You are not using your outdoor living area as much during the winter months, so you won’t be […]
We have been getting a few calls about the Emerald Ash Borer. Here is some information from the NH Department of Agriculture about the Emerald Ash Borer. For more information about the Emerald Ash Borer and other bugs in New Hampshire visit http://nhbugs.org/. More information about the Emerald Ash Borer https://www.loveyourlandscape.org/expert-advice/tree-care/insects-and-disease/have-an-ash-tree-plan-for-emerald-ash-borer-infestation/ […]
News from UNH Cooperative Last week, Fire Blight strikes were seen here in New Hampshire orchards. This week, Fire Blight strikes are now appearing more extensively with multiple strikes per tree, and more trees are impacted. What to do if you see Fire Blight in commercial apple or pear orchards: Leave it alone and […]