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Pests and Mowing
One reason to mow your lawn once a week during the growing season is to prevent pests. If you go without mowing for a few weeks and then cut it, you'll end up with a layer of grass clippings on top (called thatch). https://www.youtube.com/shorts/jCDoSjVO-as Thatch...
Giant Coneflower: A Native Perennial
This week our plant of the week is Rudbeckia maxima, also known as Great coneflower, Giant coneflower, or Cabbage-leaf coneflower. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ovbce3-tE7Y This tall, native plant is perennial in our area and attracts butterflies, and other local...
Hyped About Matthews?
Here's some of what we've been up to lately. Come get hyped with us! https://youtu.be/gbMJqoO1KTE Transform Your Outdoors with Matthews Landscape ServicesShreveport & Bossier City’s Trusted Landscape Experts When it comes to curb appeal, your landscape speaks...
Maintenance: Lawn Mower Blades
During summer, you should be mowing your lawn once a week, and that can lead to wear and tear on your mower's blades. If you've gone the entire growing season without sharpening them, it might be a good idea to check on them now. Having sharp blades will avoid ripping...
Plant of the Week: Rosemallow Hibiscus
Rachel's here to tell us about our plant of the week: Rosemallow hibiscus! This tropical looking plant produces big, light pink flowers with a dark darker pink in the center. It attracts pollinators such moths, Common Checkered Skippers, Pearly Wood Nymphs, and...
Lawn Mower Maintenance
During the summer, you should be mowing your lawn once a week to keep it healthy. Because of this, lawn mower maintenance is important to stay on top of, especially changing your air filter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvqqMadiBIQ This is like the lungs of your...
Why Do I Need Landscape Maintenance?
Your landscape is one of the first things people notice when they visit your home or business. A well-maintained yard doesn’t just look good—it reflects care, pride, and attention to detail. https://youtu.be/Cyf-C1Img8M Why Landscape Maintenance Matters: More Than...
Did You Know? Weed Eater Line
Proper lawn care requires properly maintained equipment, including things you might not think about like weed eater line. Here's Garrett with some tips to help your line last longer and work better! https://youtu.be/HRobuGh8Uqk Let us know if you have any...
Globe Amaranth: An Unfading Fav
Globe Amaranth: A Pollinator Favorite That Blooms from Spring to Fall in Louisiana https://www.youtube.com/shorts/6CRcyDYRQ5w If you're looking to add color and pollinator appeal to your Louisiana garden, Globe Amaranth (Gomphrena globosa) is a must-have plant. Known...
Mix, Mulch, and More
If you're planning to refresh your flower beds or start a new planting project, choosing the right foundation is crucial for long-term plant health. In areas like Shreveport and Bossier City, our native clay soil often lacks the nutrients and structure plants need to...
Pests and Rain
When it comes to rain, often we see an increased pest presence swarm into our homes. As the environment outside the home deteriorates, pest are seeking a dry area indoors! Listen in as Dylan explains these trends with pest migrating inside during wet weather and also...