When we have heavy snowfalls along the Front Range they are certainly welcome for the moisture they provide and create less need to emphasize winter watering. Annuals such as petunias and snapdragons may overwinter under snow cover that provided insulation from cold temperatures. Perennials may show little dieback of stems. Remove any dead-brown portions in…
With time, and in some locations, lilac flowering may decrease. But before you take drastic measures, consider all the potential reasons your lilacs aren’t flowering. For example, a late freeze may eliminate flowers for one season. Shade from new buildings and maturing trees also limits bloom. Plants need at least five hours of sunshine daily…
Green Guys sponsors a baseball team here in Longmont. They have made it to the semi-finals! Join us next Wednesday August 5 at 7:30pm at Green Acres Park to support our Green Guys team playing against Wards Landscaping. If they win, they will play for the championship at 8:30pm.
You love plants but don’t know which ones will do well in the different areas of your home? No problem, Plant Select 2015 Flipbook will help you in your decision process. You will beautify your surroundings in no time. Thinking of giving your yard new curb appeal? We are here for you, Green Guys –…
What causes leaf color to change from green to yellow or red in the fall? It’s a combination of light, temperature and available water. With less light on short days, trees and shrubs return to an energy-saving mode to survive the winter. Short days and falling temperatures signal trees and shrubs to quit producing chlorophyll,…
Tomorrow, September 3rd is the deadline to schedule your September fertilization application. Green Guys will be on fertilizer routes on Friday and Saturday only as the September application is done the first week in September. If you have not already signed up to be on the route, contact us through the website, by email, or call 303-775-7412 to schedule…
A quick reminder: September fertilization application will only be done the first week in September. If you have not already signed up to be on the route, contact us through the website, by email or 303-775-7412 to schedule yours by September 3rd. Note: The last fertilization application of the year will be done the…
Don’t be fooled by this beautiful Colorado temperature today. We are in the Fall season. According to the weekly weather forecast, snow is on the horizon for late this week. Have you winterized your sprinkler system yet? So, why is it so important to winterize (or Blow-out) your sprinkler system? It will increase the…
We experienced our first snow in Colorado this morning. Many of you are concerned about the state of your sprinkler system because you have not yet called your sprinkler specialist to blow out your system. Here are some instructions on what to do to protect your sprinkler system until your system can properly be winterized.…
This is our final segment on urine dog spots and what to do. What if the affected spots are brown? If the affected spots are brown (the turf may or may not be dead): 1. Increase irrigation amount and/or frequency to help dilute salts that have accumulated in the soil. This may help still-living…
Turfgrass Producers International (TPI) reminds us in this article the many benefits of turfgrass for the environment, community, health and economy. Environmental Benefits Cools the Air Produces Oxygen Filters Air & Reduces Pollution Captures & Suppresses Dust Recharges & Filters Groundwater Supply Reduces Storm Water Runoff Controls Soil Erosion Retains and Sequesters Carbon Assists…
