One of the most signature qualities of the midwest is that you never know what to expect when it comes to the weather. This is because it fluctuates so often, even within minutes. However, this quality is ever more present in the changing of the seasons, as we get to experience cold winters like the […]
Preparations For Snow – Christmas In July
Preparation is key for staying on top of and keeping your landscaping sharp year-round. In previous blogs, we have discussed how preventative control methods can keep issues out of your lawn. Tracking the weather can let you know how much water your turf needs in a given week. The entire concept of landscape design is […]
How To Redesign Your Landscape From The Ground Up
Sometimes, the unexpected or improbable occurs. Your entire landscape could be torn up by a severe storm, and you could have to start all over. Or, you could get bored with your landscape, and decide to redesign it from the ground up. Obviously, this would be a large undertaking, but not one that is uncommon. […]
How To Care For Your Lawn During The Summer Heat
One thing to expect on the website of any landscaping company is a plethora of blogs surrounding lawn care. This is no accident, as it is hard to overstate the importance and value of a healthy lawn to your general landscaping. It is the first thing anyone will see or notice, and it either provides […]
How To Make Sure Your Landscape Is Ready For The 4th Of July
Coming up here in a couple days is America’s favorite holiday. The 4th of July is a celebration of American independence where friends and family come together to shoot off fireworks and have a good time. As you can imagine this typically takes place outdoors, which means the rage can sometimes crossover into the landscape. […]
What Can You Do About A Pest Infestation?
We often talk to property managers, property owners, and municipal officials. Trust us, they care about the quality of their landscape. This is why so many entrust their property to Pezza, but they also want to stay informed on the state of affairs. The reality of landscaping is not always pretty, because the reason we […]
Fertilization Errors And Their Solutions
No matter the characteristics or details of the landscape, it needs nutrients to survive. There are important chemical processes occurring within your plant material that stimulate steady growth. Without the nutrients needed to perform these chemical processes, or not enough of the nutrients, the plant material will show signs of withering. Nobody wants to see […]
Improper Drainage Will Give Your Landscaping Short Life
Your landscape needs nutrients to grow healthily, right? Water is one of the most important nutrients for your landscape, right? So, more water must be good for your landscape! While water is great for your lawn and landscape in the right quantities, excess water can actually cause severe problems. Extra water can come from many […]
How To Choose The Best Time To Trim Shrubs
For over 70 years, we have worked on properties from residential to commercial, of all shapes and sizes. Although these properties have many differences, over the years we have noticed a few commonalities. The goal is always to create a beautiful landscape, and for commercial properties one that attracts new business. Whether it be a […]
Native Plants For A Beautiful Landscape
In many of our previous blogs, we have discussed the importance of landscape sustainability, and the use of native plant materials. It is true that every property, commercial or residential, requires some combination of colors to spark interest in their landscape. Lack of color will lead to a bland property that does nothing to separate […]