Spring Into Action: April Tips for a Vibrant Outdoor Space
Welcome to April at Stoney Acres! As the air warms and nature awakens, it’s the perfect time to rejuvenate your outdoor space. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, we’ve got you covered with expert tips to ensure your landscape flourishes this season. 1. Prepare Your Soil: Before diving into planting, take the time […]
New Year, New Landscape – Your January Checklist
2024 is here, which means it’s a time for change. So many of us make New Year’s resolutions to better ourselves, but what if we made New Year’s resolutions to better our landscapes and gardens? That’s what we’re doing over here at Stoney Acres, helping our clients maintain their existing landscapes and develop plans to […]
What To Do Before The Snow Arrives
It’s that time of year when snow is back in the National forecasts. It’s only a matter of time until the snow reaches our area of Pennsylvania. Don’t wait for the first snowflake to fall before you think about what needs to be done on your property before and after the snow hits. Keep reading […]
5 Fall Plants for a Colorful Landscape
As the cool weather moves in, and your summer blooms begin to wilt, fall can provide a whole new world of color to your landscape. From classic fall shades of red, orange, and yellow to vibrant purple and pink blooms you might associate with warmer temperatures, there’s an endless supply of options for colorful plants […]
Mowing For a Healthier Lawn
It’s summer and lawn mowing has been in full swing. Now, we’re getting to the point in the season where lawn mowing seems to level off due to the decline in rain. In June you may have been mowing as often as every four days, but towards the end of July and August, you may […]
Things to Consider When Designing Your Fire Pit
Fire pits have become a popular addition to many outdoor living spaces and for good reason. A fire pit can provide warmth, light, and of course, a cozy gathering spot. A well-designed fire pit can also add aesthetic value to your outdoor area.
Hiring a Landscaper? Here’s What you Should Ask
Dreaming and planning a landscaping project is an exciting idea. Mapping out and envisioning what it could look like from start to finish is when it gets a little more complicated. Depending on the size and the time you have to allot to a project like this could determine whether you hire a landscaping company. […]
November Cleanup & Maintenance Tasks For Your Yard
As the temperatures start to drop and winter approaches, it’s time to start thinking about your lawn and garden maintenance. A little bit of cleanup now will go a long way in keeping your lawn and garden healthy and happy all winter long. Here are some tasks you should consider doing this November: Clean up […]
September To – Do’s For Your Landscape
September may seem like a restful month in the world of gardening & landscaping, but alas, this is the time to divide and reset perennials, harvesting gardens, order and plant bulbs, set up a window garden, and prepare the vacationing houseplants for their return to indoor life. Not to mention at the end of the month […]
Ornamental Grass – Here’s what you need to know!
Ornamental grasses are one of the most requested plants by our clients to use in designing a garden’s landscape. They look beautiful no matter the garden theme or time of year. There’s so many to choose from and they all provide the same benefits…They lend height, movement, and long season color to any landscape which […]