Category: Westchester County
3 Benefits of a Retention Pond
Retention ponds are becoming increasingly popular among homeowners who want to add a touch of nature to their outdoor space. Also known as stormwater ponds, these natural features can provide a number of benefits, ranging from aesthetic to functional. Maple Leaf Associates Inc. helps you explore how adding a retention pond to your home landscape […]
Why You Should Consider Professional Snow Removal
When the snow starts to fall, business owners in New York know that they need to take action to keep their customers and employees safe. Professional snow removal services from Maple Leaf Associates Inc. can help make sure your property is cleared quickly and safely, so you can get back to business as usual. Let’s […]
How to Protect Landscape from Frost Damage
As the days grow shorter and the weather begins to cool, many homeowners start to worry about their landscape. Will the plants make it through another frost? What can be done to protect them from frost damage? Below, Maple Leaf Associates Inc. discusses how to prepare your landscape for frosty weather conditions. When you need […]
The Top 3 Plants That Attract Deer
Are deer causing chaos in your trees and shrubs? Perhaps they’re eating the leaves or even using the trunks as their antler posts. Either way, deer on your property can be a nuisance, especially when they get close to the house. However, you may not even realize what’s attracting them in the first place, and […]
How To Create a Garden That Attracts Butterflies
Do you love spending time outdoors surrounded by beautiful plants and flowers? If so, you’ll definitely want to learn how to create a garden that attracts butterflies. These lovely creatures add an extra touch of magic to any outdoor space. In this blog post, Maple Leaf Associates Inc. discusses the best plants and flowers to […]
What Happens to Plants in the Winter?
Any state with four seasons, including New York, witnesses the lifecycle of plants every year. Flowers and plants bloom in the spring, blossom in the summer, begin to wane in the fall, and die out in the winter. Some plants come back in the spring, and others don’t. Either way, what happens to plants in […]
How to Winterize Your Outdoor Kitchen
Maple Leaf Associates Inc. designs outdoor kitchens that are both beautiful and durable. Still, homeowners should protect their investment by winterizing them no matter the quality of craftsmanship, design, and equipment type. Since the Hudson Valley experiences below-freezing temperatures, this rule applies. In this post, we share tips and steps to winterize your outdoor kitchen.
Advice on Why, When, and How to Overseed a Lawn
You know you’ve reached the pinnacle of adulting when you have a stunningly green, plush lawn. Really, when friends and neighbors ask you for lawn advice, you know you’re on your way toward leaving a legacy. After all, achieving a glorious landscape isn’t easy, which is why so many people rely on Maple Leaf Associates […]
How Aeration Supports Your Lawn and When You Should Do It
Done timely and well, aeration supports your lawn throughout the entire year. First, it alleviates soil compaction. Second, it lessens thatch buildup. Finally, it allows effective access to air, water, and nutrients, which allow your grass to grow healthy and full. In this post, Maple Leaf Associates Inc. shares why your lawn needs aerating and […]
4 Steps for Lawn Fertilization and Weed Control in Hudson Valley
No matter the size of your lawn, it doesn’t take long for dry weather and insects to wreak havoc. Proper lawn fertilization and weed control combat the negative impacts of insects and drought. But, equally important, they are necessary for a beautiful, lush lawn that is resistant to disease. Thus, if you want to enjoy […]