Despite the winter weather, pruning can still be done this time of the year, and in some cases, it is the best time of the year to do so. But in the winter time? Pruning trees and bushes in the winter can provide some benefits that cannot be provided any other time of the year. During the winter, the bush is not actively growing. So when a bush is pruned…
Read MoreSpringtime, Any Time Soon?
We are not too far off of a couple dates for spring. However, a calendar date is just that a date on calendar, not a change in the weather. March 1 is the beginning of meteorological spring. March 20 is the beginning of astronomical spring. But when is the date for spring weather to come? That one we do not know. Springtime seems like it cannot come soon enough. We…
Read MoreSmall Snowflakes
This recent winter storm has provided West Michigan with an abundance of snow. However, the snowflakes themselves have been on the small side. The small snowflakes come from the cold air that has been in place. The cold air and small snowflakes can create some challenges when trying to move the snow around. The small snowflakes do help to lessen the amount of snow that is accumulated on the paved…
Read MoreFall Snow
There has been some snow in the air the last few days. But it is still fall. It is sad, but winter is coming; no more prolonged warm weather until next spring. But snow does bring its own beauty to the landscape seeing everything covered in white. However, let’s not race into things. The leaves are slow to change color and then to drop. Hopefully this cold weather will do…
Read MoreThe Myth about Moles
Moles are very annoying pests. They create mounds in your lawn that disturb the uniformity. Yet, the worst part is that they show up with just about no warning. But what are the moles doing there? What are they eating? For years it was thought that the moles in your yard are eating grubs. Yes it is true that a mole will eat grubs. But grubs are not their primary…
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