Mulch is more than just a finishing touch for your flower beds — it’s a hardworking, year-round ally in maintaining a healthy, resilient garden. No matter the season, mulch plays an essential role in protecting your plants, conditioning your soil, and reducing the time and effort you spend on maintenance. Here’s how mulch benefits your...
Evergreen Privacy and Structure That Lasts All Year Arborvitae (Thuja spp.) are some of the hardest-working shrubs in Northeast Ohio landscapes. Fast-growing, low-maintenance, and evergreen, they’re ideal for privacy screens, windbreaks, and formal borders. But to keep them dense and healthy, they need proper spacing, watering, and occasional trimming. 🛒 Choosing the Right Arborvitae Several...
No, it’s not too late to apply mulch in June—in fact, it’s a smart move. Mulching in June helps retain moisture during summer heat, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature, especially as the season intensifies. Why June Is Still a Great Time to Mulch If you didn’t get around to mulching in spring, don’t worry—June...
For a truly polished yard, edge your walkways and lawn borders every time you mow, and re-cut garden bed trench edges 2–3 times per year. This combo keeps your landscape looking crisp with minimal effort and avoids the common overgrown, faded-edge look. How Often Should You Re-Edge Your Flower Beds or Lawn Borders? Nothing elevates...
Edging gives your landscape structure, polish, and long-lasting definition — whether around garden beds or hard surfaces like driveways and sidewalks. It prevents grass creep, contains mulch, and instantly boosts curb appeal with minimal upkeep. Why Edging Matters: The Secret to a Clean, Professional Landscape What separates an okay-looking yard from a truly polished one?...
Mulch instantly boosts curb appeal by making your landscape look clean, finished, and well-maintained — all for a relatively low cost. It also improves soil health, controls weeds, and protects your plants, making it one of the best return-on-investment upgrades for your yard. Why Mulch Is One of the Best Investments for Curb Appeal If...
Mulch is better for most flower beds thanks to its plant-friendly soil benefits and seasonal curb appeal, while rock is ideal for low-maintenance, long-term coverage in tough spots. Each has its place — and choosing the right one depends on your goals, maintenance style, and planting plan. Mulch vs Rock: Which Is Better for Flower...
Boxwoods (Buxus spp.) are one of the most popular shrubs in Northeast Ohio — and for good reason. They offer year-round structure, tolerate regular pruning, and fit beautifully into both modern and traditional landscape designs. This guide walks you through choosing, planting, and caring for boxwoods in Cleveland’s climate. 🛒 Choosing the Right Boxwood at...
Landscaping isn’t just about curb appeal — it’s about function, safety, and long-term property health. At Colin Can Help, we often get calls from homeowners who are simply overwhelmed by overgrowth. The bushes are too tall, the vines are tangled, and the yard feels like it’s taken on a life of its own. The hardest...
Colin’s Key Takeaways Select Durable Planters: Choose containers with proper drainage, suitable size, and weather-resistant materials to withstand Northeast Ohio’s climate. Opt for Climate-Appropriate Plants: Incorporate evergreens like boxwood for year-round greenery, and seasonal blooms such as petunias and pansies for vibrant color. Implement the “Thriller, Filler, Spiller” Design: Combine tall focal plants (thrillers), mid-height...