We often get asked; “Can we have a thick, green lawn without dangerous pesticides and lots of fertilizers?” The answer is a very strong – YES! That is, if you follow a recipe of correct cultural practices. The following practices are key to a pesticide-free lawn. Mowing at the proper height Maintaining the soil pH Aerating and overseeding annually And our secret ingredient, using bionutrients Mowing At The Proper Height Proper lawn mowing height is an important aspect of maintaining a healthy and attractive lawn. Mowing your lawn at the right height can help to promote strong root growth, r ..read more

It is always fun to look back over the past year and take in all the spectacular landscape projects our team members completed. The projects we did in 2022 include swimming pools, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, patios, lighting and so much more. We are looking forward to 2023 when we get to create even more great landscapes for our clients. For now, enjoy these projects from the past year. Backyard Resort No need to get away when you have a backyard that looks this amazing. This project included a serpentine swimming pool, waterfall, cabana, fireplace, bar, new deck, outdoor kitchen, paver patio ..read more

Grading and yard drainage are two important factors to consider when maintaining a healthy and attractive home landscape. Without proper grading, water can pool in areas of your lawn and cause damage to the grass, soil, and plants. Improving your home's yard drainage is essential for keeping your yard looking its best and avoiding costly repairs. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of grading and yard drainage and provide tips on how to improve the drainage of your home's yard. What is Poor Yard Drainage? Poor yard drainage is a common problem for homeowners, especially in areas ..read more

Living in a four-season climate is wonderful! We get to enjoy all the changes of the seasons. The flowers in spring, the sun in the summer, the leaves changing in the fall, and, although some people may not enjoy it, snow in the winter. It is that time between fall and winter that can be challenging to landscape contractors. This is when leaves fall from the trees and create havoc in our schedules. Truthfully, it is not that bad. Disposing of the leaves, however, can be a huge challenge. There are just not that many options in our area, and some of them require a lot of time and money to use ..read more

Outdoor Living Areas To Enjoy This Fall However big or small, and whatever your taste and budget, well-designed outdoor living areas can make enjoying the outdoors even more special. Spending time outdoors can help you refresh your mind, re-connect with loved ones, and make a nice evening, an exceptional evening. A well-designed outdoor seating area must take into account how the spaces will be used and the lifestyle of the users. A space for quiet reflection is very different than a place intended for entertainment. Large group of people or just a few, the space needs to fit it's intention. W ..read more

These Fall Landscape Tasks Offer Big Impact The fall landscape is one of the most pleasant times of the year to be in the garden. The air is crisp and the ground is soft. There is usually plenty of rain so any new plants go through less stress. Use our fall garden guide to plan out your work and to make sure your lawn and garden get all the care it needs. Reinvigorate Your Lawn Getting ones lawn in order and ready for the next spring is a big part of fall landscape work. Summers are brutal on lawns in our area. There is either too much heat and not enough rain, or, in the case of the last two ..read more

Introduction If you're like me, then you've probably spent a lot of time in your yard – either relaxing or playing with your children. You've gotten to know it and enjoy spending time there. You know that it looks its best when maintained, but you also know that it's hard work to keep things looking the way they should. That's where we come in! With our landscape maintenance program, we can help make sure that your lawn and gardens are always healthy and look their best. Keeping Your Yard Looking Pristine Is A Lot Of Work You don’t have to do it yourself. In fact, you can hire someone to take ..read more

It seems that every store window has a help wanted sign in it these days and the news is full of stories about how difficult it is to hire good people. The landscape industry is no different. At a time when there is plenty of business available, finding people to do the work is a huge challenge for most companies. The issue is compounded when trying to fill the most important position in any landscape company, the Crew Leader. Crew Leaders are the one’s who get it done. They are the face of the company to the customer because they are seen every day during a landscape project, or every week fo ..read more

Earth Day is all about honoring our planet and recognizing that it  needs a little help. Being  members of the “green industry” we could think of no better way to celebrate the day than by helping to beautify two local elementary schools through our Gardens For Grade School Grants program. Each year, Allentuck Landscaping Co. offers $1,000 grants to local schools to be spent on beautification programs. Improvements to the landscape at public schools is usually paid for by the school’s PTA. Our grants allow the PTA’s to use that money for other purposes and Allentuck Landscaping Co. g ..read more

6 Things To Consider For An Outdoor Kitchen Creating an outdoor kitchen is a great way to enjoy your backyard all year round. Not only does an outdoor kitchen provide a great place to cook all kinds of delicious food, it can become a central gathering place in your backyard. The thought of creating an outdoor kitchen might seem daunting, but it's really pretty simple. But before you start cooking, there are some things you'll want to consider.  The Perfect Outdoor Kitchen Your outdoor kitchen doesn't have to be complicated. A simple outdoor kitchen includes a grill and a countertop where ..read more