A healthy lawn starts with effective flea and tick control that targets pests where they live. The summer months bring endless opportunities for fun outdoors, as well as increased flea and tick activity. These tiny pests may seem like a minor nuisance, but they can cause serious problems for both pets and people. Fortunately, with … Continued
Choosing between DIY vs. professional tree and shrub care is a common dilemma for homeowners looking to maintain a healthy, beautiful landscape.
While some tasks can be tackled on your own, others require the skill and knowledge of trained professionals to ensure long-term success. In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons DIY vs. professional tree and shrub care to help you make the best choice for your yard.
We hate nutsedge as much as you do and are using a product that will inhibit Nutsedge growth and help prevent re-growth next year. You should expect it to brown slower than normal but don’t worry, this means the product is working exactly as we want! Below are some photos of one of our manager’s … Continued
Thick wooly sweaters (for dogs and humans!) and a hot thermos of cocoa are perfect tools for keeping comfortable during these cooler months. Our lawns feel the same way with a little shot of nitrogen and potassium combined with a thick layer of early morning dew. Fall fertilizing is a must for a healthy spring … Continued
While kids might think the reason for raking leaves is just to make leaf piles for jumping in, Hillside knows that the best way to ensure a thick, green turf in the spring is to lift leaves off your lawn and continue lawn maintenance throughout the fall. Here are the top 5 to dos for … Continued
It’s that time of year when trees start to feel the wrath of mother nature. When acorns begin to drop, we are clued in that the fall season is around the corner. That means Hillside trucks are out rejuvenating lawns and prepping them for a winter sleep. Here are some tips about lawn care and … Continued
The list of mosquito and tick-borne diseases continues to grow and that makes the insect-control business boom. With so many players out there, why should you use Hillside? Hire a Licensed Professional The Environmental Protection Agency has approved a number of pesticides for residential spraying saying they are generally safe for our backyards. Unfortunately there … Continued
They start as beetles munching away at your plants and shrubs in the spring. Then they lay eggs in your lawn making your grass brown out and die in the summer. As if that’s not bad enough, the eggs survive the winter and start their lifecycle over again, stronger than ever. If you want to … Continued
The Farmer’s Almanac predicts “above-normal” precipitation in Maryland which means that the region will have a “cold-and-snowy” winter. Whether you believe these predictions or not, it’s important to prepare your lawn for cooler temperatures because a great, green lawn starts in the fall. Winterizing your lawn in the fall will help your lawn green up … Continued
A rainy spring sprouted lush and green lawns, trees and shrubs, but the heat of the summer is here and your property needs protection. In the Maryland area, grubs, beetles, bagworms, and scale are the three top insects affecting causing havoc in early summer. It’s important to identify these pesky insects before they cause severe … Continued