Rain…finally!!
Weekend rainfall totals for Olathe 1.35". We needed it very badly after only receiving only .6 inches of rain for the month of April.
Check your drain outlets to make sure they aren’t clogged
Good News...We got much needed rain! Bad news...leaf debris that have been collecting in gutters for nearly a month also washed out causing buried downspouts to get clogged up. Please locate the daylights from the downspouts, remove the tops and make sure they aren't clogged.
Tree Trimming
Does your tree look this? If you have a job that is too big for Aspen to take care of we highly recommend KC Arborist. Visit their website and see if they can help you with any tree needs. www.kcarborist.com
Too Much of a Good Thing
The number one cause of dead houseplants is overwatering! Watering "schedules" are a good way to remember your green friends, however not all plants are alike. Water necessity is based upon the soil type, plant specimen and temperature of area where pot is located. Check out the plant tags when purchasing for detailed information. The potting soil should look dry and pot should feel lighter when it is in need of water. Do not let the plants get to a point where they are wilting.
Irrigation Startups
We have starting scheduling irrigation startups for the week of March 22nd for system with below ground backflows. If you would like your system to be activated, please call the office to set up your appointment. A complete system check will be completed alongside the system startup. This will ensure that all zones and heads are working properly and repairs will be made while your technician is already there!
Can Pruners Spread Disease?
It is possible that your garden pruners or loppers could be spreading diseases from plant to plant in between pruning. However, with pruning at this time in the season when plants and most virus and bacteria are dormant, the risk is minimal. If you are cutting within the warmer seasons, when both plants and diseases are actively growing, the percentage increases in the spreading of harmful pests. Sometimes it is hard to tell if a plant is infected, so if you want to be on the safe side, dip your shears in a 10% bleach solution before going to the next plant.
The Miracle Grass
Can't sleep? Eyes glued to the infomercial playing late night? Thinking about ordering some of that "Miracle Grass Seed" advertised? Before you sign up for those 3 easy installment payments, think over the promises they are making:
Return of the Blog!
2010 Blogging Has Started! After a snow-packed winter we are ready to start up the spring season. In order to provide you with the latest regarding lawn and landscape care, we are going to have our on-staff horticulturists blog several times a week. If you ever have questions or topics that you would like to be addressed in the blog, please send in your requests under the "Contact Us" tab. Check back soon for updates......
2/8 AM Snowstorm
As of 6:00 am the Feb 8th winter storm appears to be less aggressive than originally thought. We are in the process of finishing our salt pre-treatment of commercial properties and trouble areas of residential streets. Pavement surfaces are right at freezing and this application will eliminate any slick spots during morning rush hour. More importantly it will put the chemical in place to keep the pavement from flash freezing later today when the temperatures crash into the 20’s.
February 5th Snowfall
Today’s storm once again has the weather people heading in several directions. I decided to control our streets and commercial properties with an early morning salt application to allow for safe morning rush travel. Once the precipitation turned over from rain to sleet we began salt applications and had all surfaces treated by 6:30 am.
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