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Fall Landscape Maintenance in Maine

Fall landscape maintenance can help ensure your lawn gets off to a great start when the warm weather returns in the spring. However, what steps should you take before the ...
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Commercial Landscaping in Maine

Commercial landscaping in Maine may not seem essential, but appearance is an important and sometimes overlooked aspect of any business. In this article, we'll examine the many reasons why commercial ...
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Maine Green Movement

What is the Maine green movement and what does it mean to go “green” when it comes to landscaping? More people have become aware of the green movement but there ...
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Landscape Irrigation in Maine

While irrigation systems may seem like a no-brainer, landscape irrigation in Maine can be particularly challenging. Even with our long cold winters where watering our plants is an after-thought, there ...
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Creating a Maine Spring Vegetable Garden

Every season has its challenges and advantages when it comes to growing vegetables – especially in New England. Here in Maine we’ve just come through another winter and our regular ...
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Maine Landscape Design

Your landscape is a living canvas just waiting for your creative touch. However, designing your landscape should include a well-structured plan. Let’s look at the factors that go into your ...
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DIY Holiday Lighting for your Landscape

The holiday decorating season is here (in fact, for some people, the holiday decorating season began with Halloween). It’s time to get ready for brightening up your landscape with some ...
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Prepping a Winter Garden in Maine

Growing a vegetable garden in the Maine winter? Some people might say that’s impossible, but many Mainers know better! Winter gardens are not only possible, but they are a good ...
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The Best Hardscaping Ideas to Revamp Your Yard

Hardscaping is an integral part of every landscape design that can provide aesthetic and functional benefits. Let’s take a quick look at what hardscaping is, followed by its benefits. After ...
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5 Outdoor Living Space Ideas to Upgrade Your Backyard

If you're looking to add some extra living space to your home, consider expanding outdoors. Outdoor living spaces are an excellent way to enjoy Maine's warmer seasons, and they can ...
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How to Care for Your Landscaping During a Heat Wave

As Mainers, we love our summers. The warm temperatures and sunny days are a welcome relief after a long, cold winter. That being said, this year's heat wave has been ...
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The Top 5 Maine Native Plants to Grow in Your Home Garden

If you're looking to add some beautiful native plants to your home garden, Maine has a wealth of them to choose from! Maine's native plant list is full of flowers, ...
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How to Start Up Your Irrigation System in the Spring

The professionals at Davis Landscape Company would like to share some tips with you on how to get your irrigation system ready for spring. Your lawn is probably looking a ...
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The Beginner’s Guide to Choosing Plants for Your Landscape Design

Maine's spring season is the perfect time to start planning your landscaping and garden design. The best part? You get to choose the plants that will make your outdoor space ...
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How to Prepare Your Landscaping for Spring: 5 Steps to a Beautiful Yard

The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and the trees are starting to blossom. That can only mean one thing: spring is here! As the seasons change, ...
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5 Beautiful Water Features to Enhance Your Maine Landscaping

If you're looking for ways to enhance your Maine landscaping, water features are a great option. In addition to pools, water features can be anything from small fountains to ponds ...
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The Top 5 Benefits of Landscape Lighting

If you're like most Mainers, you love spending time outdoors in your backyard. Whether you're barbecuing with friends or just relaxing with a good book on a warm summer evening, ...
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How to Choose the Perfect Patio Size for Your Backyard

Determining the right patio size can be challenging but very worthwhile to get the most out of Maine's incredible summers. As a homeowner, you'll have multiple factors to consider when ...
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Easy Planning Guide for Your Dream Outdoor Living Space

There's no better way to shake that Maine winter chill than to imagine yourself cozied up next to your fire pit on a beautiful summer's night. If you've been dreaming ...
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How to Winterize Your Garden and Landscaping in Maine

The leaves are changing colors, which is a sign that it's time for Maine residents to winterize their gardens and landscaping in preparation for the colder weather. With some extreme ...
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The Secret to Effortless Landscaping: Maine’s Top Irrigation Services

Watering is one of the most laborious garden and lawn care tasks for even the most passionate gardeners. Having to haul out your sprinklers and set timers can get overwhelming ...
5 Tips For Maine Landscaping Success

5 Tips For Maine Landscaping Success

Landscaping in Maine can feel intimidating with its short summers and long, cold winters. Even homeowners with the greenest thumbs need to take extra precautions when landscaping their homes as ...