Things To Do Now
Things to do now… April/May Now is the last time for pruning most evergreen trees and shrubs. This is also the last chance to prune citrus and ficus and other sun-sensitive trees. Be careful. If you wait too long, new foliage will not have time to fill in before sun damage occurs. As a rule, any area of bark exposed to direct sun for 3 or 4 hours needs to be protected with shade cloth or tree wrap to prevent sunscald. Thrips begin to appear in Citrus Bloom. Don’t get alarmed at all those thrips crawling in and around your citrus blossoms. The citrus bloom is the most likely place to see thrips. Thrips vary in color from black to pale yellow. Since they pose no particular threat to citrus bloom, attempts to control them during the blooming season should be avoided to protect the honeybees. There are two general rules for pruning flowering trees and shrubs: For plants that produce blooms on old wood or last season’s growth, prune as soon as possible after the bloom ends. For flowering plants that produce blooms on new wood or this season’s growth, prune in late winter or early spring. Still time for fertilizing all trees, especially citrus deep fertilizing. It’s also a good time to apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base of trees and shrubs. This relatively inexpensive soil amendment does more to improve growing conditions around desert plants than any other treatment including fertilization. It reduces soil temperatures, runoff and evaporation, encourages nitrogen cycling and improves soil microbiology. Cut out any cold damage on tender plants as they begin to show new growth. That will be a good indication of where to cut. Wait until nights are in the high 60 degree range to start sowing seed for summer grasses. If there is a winter grass planted over existing Bermuda grass, discourage the winter grass by cutting it short and allowing it to dry out before resuming water to summer lawn grass. Grow Land specializes in winter-to-summer transitions, so call us for pricing! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us for a free consultation at 602-689-2947. Or Click Here to use online form to contact us. We are here to...
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MONSOONS! – Grow Land can help with these tips… MONSOONS are IN, Big Time! Call us right away if you have trees that need trimming. The winds cause a lot of unnecessary damage in trees that are not prepared for this season. Tree staking and the wind – we can fix it! Call us for a free consultation. The weather is HOT, so please watch for signs of stressed out plants and check your watering. If Grow Land is not weekly maintaining your property, then “check that system!” It’s still a good time for installing sod and planting summer grasses. Note that new grass CANNOT be overseeded the first year. Don’t let your maintenance guys tell you different. Citrus trees need their 3rd deep fertilizing scheduled for August. (Feb/May/Aug/Oct) We use a totally ORGANIC fertilizer. Don’t settle for topical alternatives! Desert trees can be trimmed now, and we provide full tree service – planting, trimming, disease treatment and removal. Check your sprinkler system. OVERWATERING HAPPENS FAST IN THE MONSOON WEATHER! Set timings for this seasonal transition. Remember that soil types and location are important, so call us if you need help. *Note: Winter grass overseeding preparation is only 6 weeks away…..this means it’s time to have us go through your sprinkler system (so call us!) at 602-689-2947. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us for a free consultation at 602-689-2947. Or Click Here to use online form to contact us. We are here to...
read moreTips for Fall
Monsoons still here, Fall around the corner. The season change is coming up. Let’s be preparing now. Some of our top recommended tips for late monsoon / early fall season… Adjust irrigation timers. Prepare for over-seeding. *Sprinkler checks are a must before your seed goes down! Ask us about our Sustainable Landscape Management practices! Do color change-outs on annuals. Fall is a good time to plant flowers like Geraniums and Petunias. Regularly check plants to see if they are getting enough water. Check the ground around all plants. Consider post-emergent weed spraying/mitigation because of the monsoonal moisture…call us to schedule a free estimate. *Note: It’s time to schedule your over-seeding by calling 602-689-2947. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us for a free consultation at 602-689-2947. We are here to...
read moreSpring Tips
Spring Tips Things To Do Now Get Ready for Summer! The hot season is nearly upon us, which means it’s time to get ready! Arizona summers can be harsh. Let’s get things prepared and make the best of it. Besides, it’s beautiful outside. Here are some of the top recommendations for spring… Trim bushes and shrubs (if not budding). Fertilize all plants. Change over turf from Winter to Summer (let us know if you need to schedule an appointment for us to come out) Checkup of sprinkler and irrigation systems so things get proper water this summer. Planting – all kinds; roses, citrus trees, flower and vegetable gardens. Color change out of flower beds to flowers that will live through the summer heat. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us for a free consultation at 480-280-0421. We are here to...
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Since first opening our doors in 2010, Grow Land, LLC has grown to become one of the most well respected landscape management companies throughout the Phoenix valley. Servicing a multitude of high profile customers including property management firms, commercial and industrial properties, retirement communities, assisted living facilities, churches, and residential homes, we know what it takes to make properties stand out.