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The end of daylight saving time takes an hour of evening light off the end of every day. By mid November in Southwest Ohio, sunset lands closer to five o'clock than six. 

Walkways, steps, and entry p...

Do you know which trees and shrubs on your property are most at risk once temperatures drop below freezing? Knowing which plants are most vulnerable leaves time to protect them before the cold arrives...

The first frost in Southwest Ohio usually arrives sometime in October, which leaves a narrow window to get your yard ready before winter settles in.  

This article provides a complete fall cleanup ch...

When summer winds down, a lot of yards lose their color. The blooms that carried your beds through July are gone, and what is left can look dead by September. 

Fall is actually one of the best times ...

By the end of summer, it’s common for a yard to look a little brown in some areas. Weeks of relentless heat and summer storms leave nearly every part of your property looking tired. Late summer is the...

When spring arrives, your lawn is one of the first things neighbors and guests notice. A full, green yard signals care, pride, and a home that feels inviting. Yet too often, thin spots and weak growth...

Does your patio feel cramped when friends come over for a football game or fall gathering? Maybe it looks fine in the summer, but when cool nights call for a firepit, cozy seating, and space to spread...

Fall brings cooler temperatures, calmer weather, and the best conditions of the year for strengthening your lawn. The soil is still warm, the air is crisp, and your grass has one last chance to root d...

When the summer heat finally breaks and the growing season starts winding down, most homeowners assume the time for planting has passed. That assumption costs you one of the best planting windows of t...