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5 Fall Lawn Care Tips for Syracuse, NY
Fall lawn care tips for Syracuse include dethatching your grass, fertilizing at the right time, preventing weeds, and removing leaves.
6 Fall Lawn Care Tips for Rochester, NY
Fall lawn care tips for Rochester include fertilizing, aerating, mowing, and prepping your landscape for winter.
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See how much homeowners spend on Halloween yard decorations, the top trends this year, and decorating tips from 4 homeowners who go all-out.
How to Winterize a Garden (in 12 Easy Steps)
Winterizing your garden is an integral part of preparing your vegetables, flowers, and shrubs for the next growing season. We’ll show you how.
When to Stop Mowing the Lawn Before Winter
Before winter, stop mowing the lawn as soon as grass stops growing, typically when temperatures drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
How to Winterize Your Sprinkler System
Learn how to winterize your sprinkler system before the first freeze. Follow 5 simple steps to shut off, drain, and protect your pipes from costly damage.