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The Dangers of Removing English Ivy by Yourself
Published on Monday, March 15, 2021
English ivy can be an attractive plant found all over Oregon. It tends to grow in cold, shaded areas where the soil is kept moist and fertile. Many people use English ivy as decorations in their gardens because of its pretty "climbing" appearance and color. However, the plant isn’t native to our state and can easily become invasive.
English ivy has the ability to spread rapidly ...
Get a Spring Cleanup! Don't Be the Eyesore on Your Block
Published on Tuesday, February 16, 2021
The cold months of the winter season leave your lawn weak and unprepared for the growing season ahead. Usually, you'll find that there is a lot of leftover clutter and debris from the fall and winter seasons. A spring cleanup is the best way to give your lawn the TLC it needs after those chilly months. Spring cleanups not only help your lawn look its best, but they also prevent further health ...
Kick-Start Spring with These 3 Colorful Annuals
Published on Tuesday, January 12, 2021
With spring approaching fast, many homeowners plan to add some splashes of color to their yard. What flowers are best to
plant in early spring in the Portland area? We have three favorites—annual geraniums, snapdragons, and sweet peas!
At J&C Lawn Care, we offer a variety of
annual flowers to give your yard vibrant seasonal colors. If you live in the Gresham, OR...
6 Invasive Plants That May Be Lurking in Your Backyard
Published on Wednesday, December 09, 2020
Invasive plants are common in all lawns. It's important to recognize when your lawn has them because, if they go
untreated, they can harm your other plants and vegetation by stealing the available water, sunlight, and
essential nutrients. The first step to protecting your lawn from invasive plants is knowing what they look
like. Some of them can easily be mistaken for pretty...
Get A Jump On Spring: Plan Your Next Landscaping Project This Winter
Published on Thursday, November 26, 2020
While winter might be considered a 'dead time' in the lawn and landscaping space to begin working on a new landscaping project, it couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, waiting until the spring may be too late!
The only problem is not everybody adopts this mindset. Many homes and businesses in Gresham, Happy Valley, and nearby areas won't begin thinking about...
Everything You Need to Know Before Laying Sod in the Winter
Published on Thursday, November 19, 2020
Contrary to common belief, laying sod in the winter is completely doable in Gresham, Happy Valley, OR, and nearby areas and is actually one of the best times to do it! Here in Portland, we see very minimal snowfall and the grounds don't tend to freeze over during the winter. This makes it easier to install new sod and prepare your lawn for fresh green growth in the spring....
Striking Landscape Design Trends for Your Property in Portland, OR
Published on Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Fall is the best time to plan a new landscape design.
Beautiful landscaping creates a space that wows neighbors and clients, but it also adds personality and brightness that’s a pleasure to live or work among. What’s more, some landscaping becomes stale over time, and re-conceptualizing the landscape can make your property look brand new.
Now is the time to schedule a new...
Trimming vs Pruning: What Does My Landscape Need This Fall?
Published on Monday, November 02, 2020
Depending on your landscape elements, you may need trimming, pruning, or both.
As a property owner, you may recognize that trees and perennial shrubs will simply grow as nature intended, but eventually these landscaping elements can look overgrown and messy. We offer trimming and pruning as a combined service in the fall, but depending on your plants, you may need one or the other, and not...
3 Harmful Fall Lawn Pests in Portland
Published on Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Lawn insects and pests can appear throughout the year, but some species are more active in the fall. Regardless of the season, all pest infestations should be taken care of immediately. Critters living in the dead leaves covering your lawn will quickly move into your home or commercial property to escape the winter elements.
This is why leaf cleanups are a vital piece of fall lawn care that...
4 Most Popular Fall Annual Flowers
Published on Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Fall flowers bring fesh color to your property as the weather gets cooler in Gresham.
We here at J&C Lawn Care love seeing colorful landscapes throughout the year and we love incorporating seasonal flowers on residential and commercial properties. Planting fall annuals once the summer heat has subsided means you can enjoy a change in your landscape beds while also continuing the floral...
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