by American Gardens | Apr 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Sod or Seed Lawns Are you tired of looking at that bare spot in your yard? Are you looking to reestablish a healthy lawn you can maintain, after years of neglect? Here are some basic pros and cons to help you choose whether you should sod or seed your lawn. SOD ...
by American Gardens | Feb 22, 2022 | Uncategorized
Was there was a heavy rainstorm that resulted in standing water on your property and now you are looking for some creative drainage options? Spring rains bring a flood (see what I did there) of calls into the office seeking help to mitigate standing water. Whether...
by American Gardens | Jan 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
Temperatures have consistently been below freezing and periodic snowstorms are spinning through the area. Ladies and Gentlemen, we are in the heart of winter! Looking out your window, you may be wondering how all this cold weather and heavy snow cover could be good...
by American Gardens | Jan 7, 2022 | Uncategorized
Short answer is, “Yes, rock salt is safe for pavers.” Winter is inevitable and with the winter season comes snow and ice. While your paver walkway looks great during the summer months, how will it hold up over the course of the winter? Concrete pavers are manufactured...
by American Gardens | Nov 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
7 Colorful Fall Shrubs Now that summer blooms have faded, the focus of our landscapes shift from bright, abundant blossoms to colorful fall foliage. Famed French philosopher Albert Camus once said, “Autumn is a second spring, when every leaf is a flower.” So,...
by American Gardens | Oct 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
FALL COLOR DISPLAYS Falling evening temperatures, morning dew tipped bluegrass, late-night bonfires, and pumpkin-spiced everything…Fall has arrived in the midwest! You’ve packed up the car, headed out apple picking and pumpkin hunting, and returned home with a harvest...