Ever wonder whether those dead-looking gray patches on your lawn might be something more serious than sun damage? If so, you might be right. That’s because lawn fungus can be easily mistaken for other conditions, and it’s important to diagnose this problem before it spreads. But don’t worry—the team at Suburban Lawn has compiled a… Read more »
When it comes to gardening, you have to work with what you’ve got. Soil, sun, climate – all of these things come into play when you decide what to plant in your garden. If you have a shady yard, check out these 5 great plants that don’t need direct sunlight. Bleeding heart Planting bleeding heart… Read more »
When freezing temperatures cause dangerous patches of ice to develop on our driveways and sidewalks, many people turn to rock salt to combat the slippery mess. Unfortunately, rock salt is composed of sodium chloride—a harsh chemical which can make animals sick and damage nearby plants and grasses. The good news is, there are plenty of… Read more »
Here in Framingham we’ve had an unseasonably warm fall, but with January just around the corner the heavy snows of winter are sure to be on their way. Shoveling tons of snow might seem like no big deal to those of us who’ve spent most of our lives in New England, but it’s important to… Read more »
Christmas is right around the corner, and that means millions of Americans are heading out into the cold to decorate their properties with festive seasonal lighting arrangements. In some communities, neighbors will even have friendly competitions to see who can create the most impressive display of Christmas lights. Decorating your home and landscaping with Christmas… Read more »
All over the country, families are preparing for the holidays by decorating their homes with colorful seasonal lighting arrangements. Some of these lighting arrangements are pretty ambitious, but none of them are likely to be quite as spectacular as the $4 million lighting makeover that Niagara Falls just received on December 1. Every night, the… Read more »
Although most of the trees in our area are well-adapted to cold weather, the winter can still pose a threat to your plantings, particularly if they’re young or weakened by disease. Extreme cold, harsh winds and heavy snowfall can all cause damage to trees and shrubs, but there are steps homeowners can take to protect… Read more »
Here at Suburban Lawn Sprinkler Co., we know that it can be hard to determine just how much water your lawn needs and when it needs it, and that’s why we love the smart sprinkler controller designed by Rachio. The smart sprinkler is more than just a sprinkler timer; it assesses local weather and humidity… Read more »
Fall is the most important season of the year for lawn care. With the first day of fall officially behind us, now is the perfect time to start prepping your lawn for cold weather. Fall is a great time to fertilize and seed any bare spots in your lawn for many different types of grasses…. Read more »
Landscape lighting offers a great way to dress up your lawn without spending tons of money on complex designs and expensive plantings. You’d be surprised how much of an impact simple spotlights or walkway lights can have on your home’s appearance. A well-lit landscape will make your home feel more inviting, show off its style,… Read more »
Looking for creative new ways to improve the health of your garden? Sure, you keep it irrigated and make sure to prune it frequently, but have you thought about the insects that make your garden bloom? Hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and other pollinators will help your garden, and the gardens of your neighbors, flourish throughout the… Read more »
As much as we take pride in our landscaping efforts, for most of us mowing the lawn is still more of a chore than a pleasant pastime. Thanks to the engineers who designed the Robomow, however, you might actually be able to enjoy mowing your lawn. Robomow’s mowers are a sort of cross between a… Read more »
