Entries by Shorb Landscaping

Too Much Mulch?

Do you have too much mulch in beds or around trees? When properly applied, mulch can be beneficial to your landscape to retain moisture and reduce weed growth. However, a build-up of excessive mulch or an over-application can cause problems for plants. The experts at Shorb can help ensure that the mulch in your landscape […]

Watering Tips for Newly Installed Plants

  Lauren here with Shorb Landscaping. Your newly installed plants will need to be properly watered. Please don’t let them dry out, and don’t drown them by overwatering. When your plants were harvested from the nursery, many of their roots were removed, and that’s why new trees are more susceptible to drying out than those […]

Welcome the Season with Festive Front Entryway Decor for the Holidays!

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spread joy and warmth than by transforming your front entryway into a festive wonderland? Whether you’re a seasoned decorator or a newcomer to holiday embellishments, Shorb’s expert designers will help you create a welcoming and spirited entrance that sets the tone for a season […]

4 Reasons to Start Your Hardscaping Project in the Winter

It may be chilly outside but that doesn’t mean you can’t start the process of upgrading your outdoor living spaces. Winter is an ideal time to plan and install hardscape projects. Hardscaping projects such as stone patios, fire pits, sidewalks, driveways, walls, and stairs can be designed to create amazing outdoor spaces for family fun […]

Transitioning to Electric Lawn Care Equipment

Gentle on the Environment. Easy on the Ears! Has the sound of a noisy leaf blower, chain saw, or lawn mower woken you up in the morning? Have you gotten caught in the gas fumes behind gas powered lawn and other maintenance equipment? Gasoline-powered lawn maintenance and outdoor power equipment such as mowers, leaf blowers, […]

Landscape Lighting

Landscape Lighting Adds Beauty and Safety to Your Home As homeowners, we put a lot of time and energy into our home. But the beautiful landscaping, trees, pathways, and architectural details of your home all fade into the dark when the sun sets. That is, unless they are illuminated effectively! Shorb can help by designing […]

When Should I Water My Plants?

How do I know when it’s time to water my new plants? A better question is “How do I know when the soil that my plants are growing in needs to be replenished with water”? There are 2 important terms to understand in order to answer this question: Evaporation: Water loss* from the soil and […]