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Looking for a better way to keep your Texas landscape green this summer? We’re no stranger to heat waves here in Houston. Unfortunately, these high temperatures can wreak havoc on your landscape without proper care and irrigation. You’ve likely seen front lawns with brown patches and crispy blades of grass. You may have also seen …
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Plants need a healthy balance of minerals to thrive year-round. They get most nutrients from the soil — but sometimes there’s just not enough of what they need. That’s where fertilizer comes in, playing an essential role in maintaining lush gardens, green lawns and robust crops around the world. Most fertilizers focus on the “Big …
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With bold blooms and rich fragrances, roses are a garden staple for good reason. They are vibrant and versatile, adding color to landscapes as shrubs, ground cover and by climbing up trellises. Yet, despite their beauty, these temperamental flowers can be a bit of challenge to grow — especially in the Texas heat. That’s why …
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At Prewett, Read & Associates, we know that investing in landscape projects can truly transform your property, but it can also be a big challenge to maintain it on your own. That’s where a professional landscape maintenance team comes in. From routine upkeep — including weeding, mowing, mulching and trimming — to personalized plant care …
As the temperatures rise in the summer, the heat can be hard on your garden. From brown edges to brittle leaves, hot weather can cause plants to lose their vibrant colors and become more fragile. Yet, adding a little TLC to your summer garden maintenance routine can help keep your landscape lush. Here are five …
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Healthy plants need three things to survive and thrive: sunlight, water and nutrients, which often come in the form of fertilizer. Ensuring plants get enough nutrients is an essential part of maintaining a garden. All plants need three macronutrients — nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium — along with a host of other micronutrients to keep growing …
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Springtime is just around the corner. With its milder weather, this season can work wonders for your garden — especially roses. Though one of the most popular flowers, roses can sometimes be considered temperamental or difficult to maintain. But with a little love and preparation, these beautiful springtime flowers can thrive. As Matshona Dhliwayo wrote, …
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While it’s still technically the middle of winter, spring is only one month away, and with it comes the importance of making sure your landscape is ready for the warmer weather and fresh blooms ahead. Colder weather can leave your plantings weak and hungry, especially if they haven’t been receiving enough water and sunshine. Follow …
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2021 is finally here, and in the spirit of new beginnings, why not refresh your landscape with a brand-new look? If 2020 had your garden feeling a little lackluster, there are plenty of ways you can change things up to start the year off the right way. These landscaping tips will help guide you as …
The weather is beginning to cool, and the lush days of summer are fading away. But just because we’re entering the fall season doesn’t mean that your landscape design should fall by the wayside. There are many ways to prepare your landscape for the fall and winter months, while sprucing up its look for the …
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