Xeriscaping is an affordable and convenient gardening method that requires little to no irrigation and has minimal maintenance. This type of gardening is efficient if you want to have a home garden that is not hard to maintain, but is still aesthetically pleasing. If you have a xeriscape landscape… View More
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Gophers are a year round pest that can begin to cause problems on your Arizona property at any time. Once they show up in your yard, they feed on the roots of plants and trees. Their burrowing habits can also lead to damaged underground cable lines and irrigation systems. Gophers tend to reproduce in the spring and fall,… View More
The spring and summer months in Arizona yield beautiful plants and flowers. Yet, there comes a point when it is time to turn your thoughts toward the fall. Soil preparation takes time to carry out, and some types of treatment must be done early before the fall planting season starts. As you begin to… View More
As kids, we all learned that plants need air, water and sunlight to grow. However, the science behind growing a beautiful landscape goes much deeper than that. Like humans, plants produce hormones that influence their growth. These naturally occurring hormones regulate things such as how fast a plant grows or when it releases… View More
Scorpions can live all year long in Arizona. They can also survive in both indoor and outdoor habitats, and they tend to come inside to escape the heat. Since scorpion bites have the potential to be deadly, it is critical to be vigilant about their removal. Be sure to inspect for scorpions regularly, and make sure that… View More
A monthly weed and pest control package offers many benefits over simply waiting to spot an errant insect or weed popping up through your rock garden. While it may seem excessive to have someone come out month after month, the truth is that a lot happens between the seasons that can require your residential or… View More
Everyone loves the look of lush, majestic trees on their home’s lawn, but there often comes a point where enough is enough. When trees begin to grow too fast, they can lose desirable features such as the brightness of the leaves and the ability to survive brief periods of low rainfall. Trees that are too big for your… View More
Pest control is an essential part of your home maintenance plan. Yet, no one wants to fill their house with dreadful chemicals unless it is really necessary. Fortunately, some of the most effective methods to control pests are all-natural, and you can try these strategies at home to keep pests away between your… View More
The last few cold winter days give everyone a brief respite from the constant battle that is involved with weed control in Arizona. While it is always a wonderful feeling to know that spring is just around the corner, the first seasonal changes of the year also mean that it is time to increase… View More
When bed bugs get into your home, extermination is challenging. These parasitic insects feed on the blood of the host. The usual infestation areas are mattresses, box springs, carpets, and baseboards. They can even hide in the tiniest places, such as wall indentations. Keeping these insects from spreading is difficult. Killing them… View More