1. Plowz & Mowz Acquires Check App: Unveils End-to-End Landscaper Suite

    Syracuse, NY – May 7th, 2024  Plowz & Mowz has acquired Check, a trusted payment and business management app tailored specifically for owner-operators, who make up three-quarters of the landscaping industry. The financial terms of the deal ... Read More

  2. The Homeowner’s Guide to Pruning in Spring

    Pruning is an essential part of garden maintenance that can greatly impact the health and appearance of your plants. Spring, with its promise of growth and renewal, is a crucial time for pruning many types of plants. Proper pruning encourages healthy... Read More

  3. Drought-Tolerant Landscaping

    Creating a landscape that thrives in drought-prone areas requires careful planning and the selection of plants adapted to low-water environments. Cities like Phoenix, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas often face water restrictions and high temperatures, mak... Read More

  4. Revitalize Your Outdoor Space: DIY Spring Landscaping Projects

    1. Build Raised Garden Beds Project Overview: Raised garden beds are excellent for growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers. They provide better soil control, improved drainage, and easier access for planting, maintenance, and harvesting. Materials... Read More

  5. Pollinator-Friendly Gardens in Urban Settings: Planting for Bees, Butterflies, and Birds

    Creating a pollinator-friendly garden in an urban environment is not just a delightful way to bring nature to your doorstep; it's also crucial for the preservation of many bee, butterfly, and bird species. Suburban and even Urban dw... Read More

  6. Eco-Friendly Pest Control Solutions for Home Gardens

    Maintaining a healthy garden can be challenging when pests invade, but resorting to chemical pesticides isn't the only answer. Eco-friendly pest control solutions can protect your plants without harming the environment or beneficial organisms. Whethe... Read More

  7. The Rise of the Lone Star Tick in the US

    (images not to scale, they're smaller than a thumbtack) The Lone Star tick, scientifically known as Amblyomma americanum, is a type of tick commonly found in the southeastern and eastern United States. Known for its aggressive biting behavior and po... Read More

  8. Tick Prevention for Spring: Hiking, Sports, and Backyard Fun

    With the warmer Spring weather, people will be doing things they enjoy, like hiking, sports, and relaxing in the backyard. However, spring also marks the beginning of tick season, making tick prevention crucial to avoid tick-borne diseases such as Ly... Read More

  9. Best Plants for Diverse U.S. City Climates: Adapting Landscapes to Local Environments

    When selecting plants for your landscaping, it's important to consider the unique climate and environmental conditions your city presents. From the cold, snowy winters of Minneapolis to the warm, humid summers of Miami, here is a guide to some of the... Read More

  10. Should I Get a Lawn Mowing Contract?

    Have you ever fallen behind on yardwork, just for the lawn to grow back before you're even caught up? Perhaps you even started thinking, "There's got to be a better way"? Well, you're not alone. Between juggling work, family, and a sliver of me-time,... Read More