{"id":60,"date":"2022-03-16T08:18:16","date_gmt":"2022-03-16T12:18:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gregorylandscapeservices.com\/blog\/?p=60"},"modified":"2022-03-16T08:18:17","modified_gmt":"2022-03-16T12:18:17","slug":"busting-top-landscaping-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gregorylandscapeservices.com\/blog\/busting-top-landscaping-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"Busting Top Landscaping Myths"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"lead\">We are here to help you identify that bad advice and learn a better way to take care of your landscaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Myth 1: You don&#8217;t need a plan for your landscaping<br>Now this is partially true.You don&#8217;t have to have a plan for your landscaping. However, not having a plan can set you up for some big headaches down the road. Are your plants positioned in the optimal location? Can changes you make affect your yard&#8217;s drainage? Having a plan allows for you to budget based on what objectives are of the most importance to your home or business.Myth <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2: Water at night when the temperature is cooler.<br>Watering your plants at night may seem like a good idea, the heat of the day is over and chances of immediate evaporation are less. But watering at night without the exposure to sunlight can lead to a host of problems including disease and fungus. It is best to water in the morning if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Myth 3: Cut your grass short to save yourself from mowing as frequently.<br>Cutting your grass too short is bad for the overall health of your lawn. Short grass exposes the ground to the sunlight creating the perfect breeding ground for weeds and bugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Myth 4: A landscape company will make my yard look like everyone else&#8217;s.<br>Utilizing a landscape company offers a myriad of benefits and with the right company this includes collaboration on an overall look for the exterior of your home or business. Gregory Landscape Services values your input and will work with you to create the yard you&#8217;ve been hoping for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Myth 5: Landscape companies are too expensive.<br>Gregory Landscape Services understands the individual needs of its customers. We will work with you to develop a comprehensive plan for your budget and help you work on high priority items first. From small projects to large, Gregory Landscape Services can help you achieve the desired landscape for your home or business. 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