by David McCary | Mar 11, 2026 | Gardening, Landscaping Tips, Mulch and Soil, Plant of the Day
If you live in Seattle, you have probably said this at some point: “I can’t get rid of the moss.” You rake it out, treat it, and apply moss killer.And a few months later, it returns. This happens because moss itself is rarely the real problem. In most Pacific...
by David McCary | Mar 9, 2026 | Gardening, Seasonal landscaping, Sustainable Practices, yard cleanup
When homeowners hear “landscape maintenance,” they often picture someone mowing the lawn and blowing off the driveway. But true full-service landscape maintenance goes far beyond that. Full-service landscape maintenance includes lawn care, soil health management,...
by David McCary | Mar 6, 2026 | Gardening, Landscaping Tips, Seasonal landscaping
Yard Care vs. Landscape Maintenance Many homeowners use the terms yard care and landscape maintenance interchangeably. But in the professional landscaping world, they mean very different things. Professional yard care in Seattle is more comprehensive and includes soil...
by David McCary | Mar 4, 2026 | Drainage, Landscape Design, Landscaping Tips, Mulch and Soil
How to Fix a Patchy or Muddy Lawn in Seattle and When Lawn Is Not the Right Solution Few things frustrate homeowners more than a lawn that feels thin, patchy, muddy in winter, and worn down by late summer. In Seattle, this pattern is extremely common. And there is...
by David McCary | Mar 3, 2026 | Gardening, Landscaping Tips, Mulch and Soil
Most homeowners will try to repair a struggling lawn first. And that’s usually the right decision. Many techniques can help, such as aeration, overseeding, compost, and improved mowing. These can dramatically improve many Seattle lawns over time. But sometimes, repair...
