DIY vs Professional Landscape Customers are often unsure about installing new landscaping. Many are intimidated by the upkeep required, but in all honesty, once the plants are established there is little left to do. All that is needed is a little water every week and pulling weeds once or twice a month. A professionally installed …
Think Spring Spring is here and we couldn’t be more excited about the upcoming landscape season. Kiefer Landscaping continues to grow by offering more services and serving more locations. We are excited to introduce our new DIY program for those of you who share our passion for landscaping and the beauty Mother Nature provides us. …
The Birds and the Bees Our ecological system is in trouble. The pollinators are disappearing and if we don’t take action now there will be grave consequences for mankind all around the world. Over 80% of the world’s flowering plants require a pollinator to reproduce. A large portion of the world’s food supply relies on …
What’s the first thing you notice when you walk in a room? The lighting right? You instantly think it’s too dark or it’s too bright. So why wouldn’t you notice the same with landscaping? Quality lighting is noticeable when observing landscaping. Nothing showcases a beautiful home and landscape better than having it lit up by …
Why Should You Landscape? Landscaping can have many benefits that most people do not consider. These hidden benefits can be useful for both individuals and larger companies. Well-done landscaping can give any area a professional and unique look. This look is highly sought after and will provide additional benefits for both the owner and for …
Why Hire A Landscape Designer? Landscape designers know how to utilize design principals throughout the landscape. This knowledge can mean the difference between a beautiful landscape and a scene of confusion. Designers will take advantage of site views and natural surroundings while working with constraints such as utilities, property lines, and bad views. The house …
Question: My lawn was weed free after the last application of herbicides, but then became weed-infested again? Answer: It is not that the application didn’t work. Weeds tell you a lot about the condition of your lawn and are an indication of what you need to do to grow healthy grass. Weeds thrive in soil …
What Is Core Aeration? Core aeration is the process of removing plugs of soil and thatch from a lawn to allow air, water, and nutrients to penetrate the grass roots. This allows the grass roots to grow deeper thus producing a stronger and thicker lawn. This is done by using a machine with hollow tines. …
Care Of Your Newly Installed Lawn MOWING About 2-3 weeks after installation your new lawn may need mowing. It is important to let your lawn dry out for a day or two so it firms up a bit before mowing. Make sure that the mowing height is set at 3 inches or higher. Letting your …
Trees It can take several years for a transplanted tree to establish its root system. Each inch of caliper of a tree is equal to 1 year of establishment for the root system. For example: A 2 inch caliper tree will require 2 full years after planting to establish a strong root system. A transplanted …
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