Author Archives: Daryl Larson

Richfield, Bloomington Yard Waste, Recycling and Hazardous Waste Disposal

Yard Waste Drop Off Site Burnsville, MN The Mulch Store 1030 W. Cliff Road, Burnsville (952) 736-1915 is recommended by the City of Richfield website. They accept yard waste, wood waste and soil & sod for drop off during normal business hours. For pricing and details see their website Hennepin County Recycling & Hazardous Waste South […]

Snow Plowing in Edina, Bloomington, and Richfield, MN

Our snow plowing service is now accepting customers in the Edina, Bloomington, and Richfield areas of the Twin Cities. Last year we had quite a bit of snow and our plows were booked up early in the season. This year we are expanding our snow plowing service areas in Edina, Bloomington, and Richfield. We recommend signing […]

When to Plant Tulip Bulbs

Early November is the perfect time to plant spring bulbs. When you plant about 10 or more bulbs of the same variety in an area close together they make the most impact. Dig the area 6-8” deep and space the bulbs according to the package directions. Add a mild bulb fertilizer if desired, fill in […]

October 29th, 2011 Arboretum Free Admission and Family Event

On Saturday October 29th from 1pm-5pm the Landscape Arboretum in Chaska, MN will host an event called Ghouls and Goblins at the Maze. This is a free Halloween celebration and admission at the gate is free during the hours from 1pm and 5pm. Come in costume and take the trick or treat trail to the […]

Autumn Unplugged at The Landscape Arboretum

The Landscape Arboretum is challenging us to unplug all the distractions in our lives and to step outdoors and enjoy the falls symphony of falls colors. They have a fall color report with peak color predictions for the week of October 10th.  Check out the Arboretum’s fall color garden web cams. Don’t forget to see the […]

How often should mulch be replaced?

Spring and fall are perfect times to check and see if your mulch needs replenishing. Mulch depth should be maintained at 2 – 3 inches thick. When maintaining mulch be sure you use the same kind of mulch that you already have down or it will look patchy or layered. If using a new kind […]

Prepare Roses for Winter

During the last week of August you should have stopped pruning and feeding your roses to discourage growth. Roses need a little help getting ready for winter because they want to keep on growing and flowering if you encourage them. Leave the last flowers on the rose. This will convince it, as the flowers turn into […]

My Lawn Is Not Level

Even when properly graded to start out, lawns often become bumpy, uneven and not level due to earthworms, heavy thatch areas, and weathering in general. Parkway Lawn Service uses a power rake to help level out those areas. Thatch is an area where organic matter such as leaves, twigs, mosses and dead grass and roots […]