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Fall Lawn Care Checklist for Massachusetts
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Sep 145 min read


Benefits of Adding Retaining Walls to Your Yard
Retaining wall being built
Sep 105 min read


The Best Grass Seed for Massachusetts Lawns
By Jorge Melo A beautiful lawn doesn’t happen by accident—it starts with the right grass seed. Massachusetts weather can be...
Sep 55 min read


Shade Plants That Thrive in Low Light
By Jorge Melo Introduction Low light doesn’t mean low beauty. In fact, shade gardens can become some of the most eye-catching parts of...
Aug 305 min read


What You Need to Know About Commercial Snow Removal
By Jorge Melo Winter storms aren’t just an inconvenience — they’re a business risk. Every year, thousands of injuries in the U.S. are...
Aug 245 min read


How to Plant Grass Seed
By Jorge Melo A great lawn doesn’t appear overnight—it starts with a single seed. Planting grass seed is simple in theory, but success...
Aug 204 min read


How To Get Rid of Weeds
By Jorge Melo Weeds can take over a yard fast. They steal water, sunlight, and nutrients from your grass and plants, leaving your lawn...
Aug 154 min read


Why Aeration Is Important
By Jorge Melo A great lawn starts underground. Healthy soil is the lifeline for lush, green grass—but when it gets compacted, your lawn...
Aug 104 min read


Will Pruning a Tree in Summer Kill It?
By Jorge Melo A Hot Take on Hot-Season Trimming “Prune wrong, and you can stunt a tree for years. Prune right, and you set it up for a...
Aug 75 min read


What Does Hardscaping Mean?
By Jorge Melo Introduction “Curb appeal sells 79% of homes faster.” That’s what a 2023 real estate report from the National Association...
Aug 24 min read


How Dethatching Works
by, Jorge Melo Your lawn might be suffocating right beneath your feet. That beautiful green carpet you've been admiring could actually be...
Jul 298 min read


Why is Mulch Important? The Complete Guide for Massachusetts Homeowners
By Jorge Melo Here's a number that will shock you: properly mulched landscapes use 50% less water than unmulched ones. I've seen this...
Jul 249 min read


When Weeds Take Over Your Grass
By Jorge Melo Picture this: you step outside to admire your lawn, only to discover it looks more like a botanical garden of unwanted...
Jul 208 min read


What is Slice Seeding? The Complete Guide to Fixing Thin, Patchy Lawns - Southcoast MA
By Jorge Melo Introduction Most lawns in Massachusetts don’t get the break they deserve. Between cold winters, humid summers, compacted...
Jul 124 min read


Plant Relocation Made Easy: Your New England Transplanting Manual
By Jorge Melo Introduction In New England, where seasons change fast and your yard is your sanctuary, knowing how to move plants without...
Jul 55 min read


How to Save Struggling Newly Planted Trees?
By Jorge Melo Introduction "The first year is make or break." That’s a phrase we use a lot in the tree care world—and for good reason. A...
Jun 285 min read


Why Is My Lawn Turning Brown?
By Jorge Melo "A well-kept lawn is the foundation of a beautiful home." Here’s a wild stat: Americans spend over $40 billion a year on...
Jun 244 min read


Beat the Heat: How Strategic Tree Placement Can Slash Your Plymouth & Bristol County Energy Bills by 50%
Published: June 2025 | New England Tree and Landscape As a landscaping company serving Plymouth and Bristol County, we see firsthand how...
Jun 174 min read


How Hydroseeding Works
By Jorge Melo Want a lush, green lawn without spending a fortune or waiting forever? Hydroseeding with New England Tree and Landscape is the way to go! It’s a smart, efficient method to plant grass that’s faster than hand-seeding and more affordable than sod. In this post, I’ll explain how hydroseeding works, why it’s a great choice, and how New England Tree and Landscape can make your yard the envy of the neighborhood. Let’s get started! What is Hydroseeding? Hydroseeding is
Jun 136 min read
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