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What to Trim in July
Summer is in full swing, and there's still plenty you can do to keep your landscape looking its best! This time of year, we're trimming Agapanthus, Gardenias, some varieties of Hydrangeas, and most evergreen shrubs like Boxwoods and Hollies. We're also planning ahead...
What to Trim in July
Summer is in full swing, and there's still plenty you can do to keep your landscape looking its best! This time of year, we're trimming Agapanthus, Gardenias, some varieties of Hydrangeas, and most evergreen shrubs like Boxwoods and Hollies. We're also planning ahead...
Stop Watering in the Rain
We’ve had a lot of rain in the Shreveport and Bossier area this summer, which makes irrigation complicated. Did you know, one of the easiest upgrades for your sprinkler system is a rain sensor? But are they actually worth it? Absolutely.
A rain sensor like a Rachio automatically tells your irrigation system to pause watering when enough rain has fallen. That means your sprinklers aren’t running during or right after a good rain. By preventing unnecessary watering, you can save thousands of gallons of water over the course of a season, reduce runoff, and help keep your lawn healthy.
Plant of the Week: Lantana
Happy Monday! Our plant of the week is a Louisiana summer favorite: Lantana Did you know? Each flower cluster changes color as it matures, creating beautiful mixes of yellow, orange, pink, and red. Lantana is a favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds, making it...
The Hidden Irrigation Mistake
If you've ever wondered why some areas of your lawn stay green while others turn brown, your sprinkler coverage could be the reason. Our Irrigation Manager, David, explains the difference between head-to-head and tip-to-tip sprinkler coverage and why proper spacing is...
The Shop S2 E6: When It Rings, It Pours
The Shop is back! This time, Madison and Paige are featured in a behind-the-scenes look at life on the phones at Matthews Landscape & Pest.Don’t worry… it’s all in good fun! We appreciate every customer who calls and are always happy to be the first voice you hear...
Plant of the Week: Ageratum
Looking for a pop of true blue in your landscape? Our plant of the week is Ageratum (Ageratum houstonianum). Also known as flossflower, it's one of the few plants in the world that naturally produces true blue blooms. Its soft, fuzzy flowers add long-lasting color to...
Plant of the Week: Purple Coneflower
Happy Monday! This week's Plant of the Week is the Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), one of Louisiana's beautiful native plants!With its vibrant purple blooms, this hardy perennial thrives in our Louisiana heat, is drought tolerant once established, and attracts...
Don’t Ignore These Lawn Spots
One issue we’re seeing in lawns right now is called Gray Leaf Spot. This can be identified by small brown/grayish spots on the grass blade. This is a fungal disease and is typically seen in warm, humid weather. Compaction, high nitrogen fertilizer, and stress can also...
Termite Prevention with Dylan
Our Pest Manager Dylan is here to discuss how we use baiting systems to prevent termite activity in NW Louisiana. https://youtube.com/shorts/JlugbtJMoJ0 Termites can infest a structure for months or even years without obvious signs, silently eating away at wood and...
Front & Backyard Landscape Transformation in Northwest, Louisiana
See how Matthews Landscape transformed this NW Louisiana property with a complete landscape cleanup, new plant installation, fresh black mulch, and beautiful flower bed enhancements. Learn more about our landscape renovation services.