Mix, Mulch, and More

Mix, Mulch, and More

If you’re planning to refresh your flower beds or start a new planting project, choosing the right foundation is crucial for long-term plant health. In areas like Shreveport and Bossier City, our native clay soil often lacks the nutrients and structure plants...
Pests and Rain

Pests and Rain

When it comes to rain, often we see an increased pest presence swarm into our homes. As the environment outside the home deteriorates, pest are seeking a dry area indoors! Listen in as Dylan explains these trends with pest migrating inside during wet weather and also...
Signs of Rose Rosette Disease

Signs of Rose Rosette Disease

If you want to maintain excellent plant health in Louisiana, it’s important to be aware of rose rosette virus —a serious disease that affects all varieties of roses. At Matthews Landscape, we’re here to help you recognize the warning signs early and keep your garden...
🌿 Plant of the Week: Loropetalum 🌿

🌿 Plant of the Week: Loropetalum 🌿

A Colorful, Low-Maintenance Shrub for Louisiana Landscapes If you’re searching for a vibrant, easy-to-care-for plant to enhance your landscape, look no further than the Loropetalum (Loropetalum chinensis). Known for its rich purple foliage and bright, fringe-like...
Did You Know This About Hydrangeas?

Did You Know This About Hydrangeas?

Hello June! Our plant of the week this week is the hydrangea, one of our staples in Louisiana. Most bigleaf hydrangeas are sensitive to the PH of the soil, and will change the color of their petals depending on the acidity. For blue petals, the soil needs to be acidic...