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Matthews Landscape… Getting the Job Done 👀 On Time, Everytime.
Getting the Job Done
Matthews Landscape… Getting the Job Done 👀 On Time, Everytime.
Spring Color is HERE
Vincas, begonias, and salvia, oh my! Spring flowers are HERE!
Prevent Termites, Store Firewood Properly
Our Pest Control Manager Dylan is sharing tips on how to properly store firewood.
Keeping firewood too close to your home can attract termites since it’s one of their favorite food sources. As they feed and spread, there’s a chance they can make their way to the wooden structures of your home. Stacked firewood near the house can also act just like mulch in flowerbeds, creating the perfect environment for pests.
Vinca
Our plant of the week is one of our spring annuals, Vinca. There are two main types of vinca: Vinca minor/major: trailing, shade-tolerant, perennial vine with violet flowers. Catharanthus roseus
How Termite Bait Stations Work
Time for free termite inspections! Louisiana is a high risk zone for termites, so prevention is key!
We install bait stations around the property that are placed in the soil where termites live and travel. The termites feed on the bait and carry it back to the colony, the main goal is to eliminate the problem at the source.
Plant of the Week: Florida Azalea
Our plant of the week was actually spotted by David while he was out. This is a Florida Azalea (Rhododendron austrinum), a native shrub known for fragrant, vibrant flowers. During spring, they bloom in clusters of trumpet-shaped yellow, gold, or orange flowers.
Benefits of Mowing Your Lawn
The health of your grass is based on many factors, including watering, fertilization, drainage, and herbicides. Mowing your lawn is also incredibly important when it comes to its health.
Landscape Design Process
Our Landscape Designer Nevaeh is here to tell us a little bit about her process and one of her latest jobs. She designed new flower beds and a flagstone pathway for this lovely home in her 3D software. T
Watch Out for Mud Tubes
Have you ever wondered how termites get into your house without you noticing? They build what are called mud tubes from the ground up to an entry point into the home.
Plant of the Week: Caladium
Our plant of the week is Caladium, a tropical perennial with colorful, heart-shaped leaves. They are grown from tubers, typically planted in spring.
Caladium is also known as “Elephant Ear,” “Angel Wings”, and sometimes “Heart of Jesus”. There are two main types of Caladium: fancy-leaved (large leaves) and lance-leafed (smaller, narrower leaves).