Tips, Insights & Updates from the Landscape Pros

Snowbird property prep in Florida should start before seasonal residents pull into the driveway. In Fort Myers, months of summer rain, heat, storms, rapid plant growth, weeds, and pests can change the condition of a property while homeowners are away. Preparing the landscape ahead of their return makes that transition...

Lee County fertilizer restrictions end on October 1, which means homeowners can resume applying nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer to their lawns. However, the first fall fertilizer application should be measured and carefully timed to support recovery without encouraging excessive growth or nutrient runoff. What Changes After October 1? Lee County...

Seeing more fire ants after rain in Florida is common during Southwest Florida’s wet season. Heavy rainfall can saturate underground nests, causing colonies to rebuild tunnels, shift toward higher ground, and create fresh mounds that suddenly become much easier to see. September can make the problem especially noticeable in Fort...

Restoring your yard after heavy September flooding requires patience, safe cleanup, and a clear plan for repairing damaged turf, plants, soil, and drainage. Begin by allowing saturated areas to dry, then remove debris, assess the damage, and address the conditions that caused water to collect. The right landscape flood recovery...

Fall can be a great time to add trees and shrubs to a Fort Myers landscape. Temperatures gradually become more comfortable, the soil stays warm, and plants installed early enough in the season can begin establishing roots before Southwest Florida moves deeper into its drier months. For homeowners planning fall...

September can be especially destructive for Southwest Florida lawns because sod webworms and fall armyworms have had all summer to reproduce. As larger caterpillars begin feeding heavily, turf damage can spread quickly and turn healthy grass into thin, brown patches. Warm temperatures and rainy conditions can keep these pests active...