RRR Lawn & Landscape's Tip of The Day - Grand Rapids, MI

Watering - Easier said than done, but watering needs to be a feeling and or understanding of what the plant needs.  Pay attention to weather conditions.  If you are sweating….you’re plants are too. 

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Why Mulch? - Landscaping Tip of the Day from Grand Rapids based RRR Lawn & Landscape

Mulch helps retain moisture in planting beds, regulates soil temperatures throughout the season, and suppresses weeds.  And obviously is environmentally friendly as it is biodegradable product. 

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General Rule For All Trees & Shrubs - RRR Lawn & Landscape Tip of the Day

Hold off on pruning those spring flowering shrubs that bloom on last year’s growth such as Lilac, Forsythia, Flowing Quince, Magnoia, Azalea, Mock Orange, Weigela, etc.  These should all be pruned after they finish blooming, usually in late spring or early summer.

RRR Lawn & Landscape Tip of the Day - Early Spring Pruning

Hold off on pruning those spring flowering shrubs that bloom on last year’s growth such as Lilac, Forsythia, Flowing Quince, Magnolia, Azalea, Mock Orange, Weigela, etc.  These should all be pruned after they finish blooming, usually in late spring or early summer.

Landscaping Tip from Grand Rapids Based RRR Lawn & Landscape - Give Your Plants an Early Start

Cut perennials as early as possible so new growth is not inhibited.  This is especially important for your ornamental grasses. 

Protect Your Plants From An Early Frost - Lawn Care Tip from RRR Lawn & Landscape

 

Use a light tarp or bed sheet to cover your tender early season plants from the frost.  Pay close attention to the frost warnings in the weather forecast.