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Perennial Care
A perennial is a plant that lives for more than two years. Most perennials bloom over the spring and summer, die back every fall and...
Ornamental Grass Care
There are two options to consider when maintaining ornamental grasses: cut them back prior to new growth or remove dead blades in spring to allow...
Tree and Shrub Planting & Transplanting
The most important thing to remember when thinking about planting and transplanting trees or shrubs is ‘right plant, right place.’ By this we mean that...
Preparing for Fall: Late August
Summer may be wrapping up but there’s still plenty you can do before we return to months of rain. Here’s a few things you can...
New Lawn Care
You’re the proud owner of a brand-new lawn. Congratulations! In the next few weeks with proper maintenance, the installation will be a success and the...
Watering Your Garden
Watering your plants may seem unnecessary in a city known for its rain. While a good rain (one inch or more) is equivalent to one...
Cedar Vs. Composite: Decking
In the Pacific Northwest, with our long summer days and mild temperatures, having an outdoor area in which to read or entertain is a gift....
Evenings By the Outdoor Fire
Summer has drawn to a close here in the Pacific Northwest, but that does not mean we are ready to head indoors! Living in a...
7 Ways to Keep Weeds from Taking Over Your Garden
Along with the beautiful, long, and sunny days of summer, come a few less than welcome guests: weeds. Taking care of them can be a...
Lawn Care! How natural lawn care can be simple and easy…
Pacifica Blog Post LAWN CARE: The natural cycle of cold weather grasses in the PNW is to go dormant in summer. A year round...