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How to Properly Grade Your Lawn

One of the main purposes of yard grading is to make sure that water flows away from your home’s foundation. The grade of your yard can be the difference between runoff that flows away from your home and water pooling around your home’s foundation and causing serious problems. Experts recommend that the minimum slope away […]

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How to Improve Your Landscape this Season

Spring is here, which means that it’s time to get your home in order after the cold winter. There are probably plenty of things you’re planning to do to make sure that your home’s exterior looks its best. At the top of your list should be redesigning your garden bed and treating your lawn with […]

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Spring Cleaning for Your Lawn

Spring cleaning is a popular activity for many people across the United States. It’s a time where people open up the shades, dust usually unreachable surfaces, and get rid of things they don’t need. What people usually forget to do is to take their spring cleaning outdoors. Your lawn has been through a long winter […]

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Avoid Invasive Species in Your Landscaping

When selecting the plants you want in your landscaping it can be tempting to choose exotic and dramatic plants to really make a statement. But not all plants are created equal when it comes to landscaping in Maryland. Some more exotic plants can become problematic in landscaping, causing lasting problems for homeowners and the neighbors […]

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Why is Native Landscaping a Good Investment?

Perfectly manicured lawns continue to be sought after in this country, but what many people don’t realize is that there is a corresponding decrease in functional wildlife ecosystems and habitats. Native landscaping allows us to encourage and support thriving wildlife and helps us impact the environment in a more positive way. What is Native Landscaping? […]

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Common Lawn Problems in The Summer Months

Summertime is a great time to head out into the yard and soak up some vitamin D. If your lawn is looking a little crunchy and brown, then you may need to adjust your maintenance plan. To help your yard return to maximum health, you need to first determine what is causing the problem. Let’s […]

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When Do You Spread Grass Seed in Maryland?

Spring is here in Maryland and the temperatures are starting to rise, the last little bit of snow has melted, and homeowners are finally starting to think about their lawn. Now is a good time to consider overseeding that lawn, so that it stays lush and beautiful all summer. But when is the best time […]

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The Emergence of Spring Weeds in Your Yard

Spring is coming in Maryland, and with it the grass is coming back full and lush, the flowers are beginning to sprout, and the trees are starting to bed. But along with the positive signs of life spring offers, comes the signs of a big problem in your yard, the emergence of spring weeds. As […]

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Aeration and Overseeding in Catonsville, MD

With fall right around the corner the last thing you are probably thinking about is lawn care. You are probably breathing a sigh of relief that your mowing days are almost over and excited you can relax. But, despite the reduced amount of cutting and care your lawn will need over the fall and winter, […]

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Why Sharp Mower Blades are Important

While mowing your lawn may seem like a straight-forward task, there are a surprising amount of finer details which can really help your lawn thrive. One example is your lawn mower blades. These are the part of your mower which cuts the grass; and if your blades aren’t sharp it can make a world of […]

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“I never thought my yard would ever look that beautiful again. My mouth hung open and the transformation is so beautiful that I almost started to cry.”

-Carmina Price

Vin's Total Care Landscaping LLC, Landscape Contractors, Catonsville, MD
 

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