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Lawn & Tree Care Tips from the Good's Team

Your go-to hub for seasonal lawn care, tree health tips, and pest prevention, so South Central PA homeowners can enjoy their yards without the stress.

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Knowing the Trees Around Us

When we know someone by name, we are more likely to care about them, they are no longer strangers to us. I think the same logic applies to our relationship with trees. Many of us see trees as just shades of green in the background of our lives, but when we take notice and begin to differentiate one tree from another, or when we observe the sequence of tree blossoms across spring and summer, our world becomes more familiar, more lived in. And the trees benefit from our recognition of them.

Kaitlin Funke ·
pests on plant stem Plant Health Care

What’s Eating Your Plants?

As Pennsylvanians, we are blessed to have a climate that sustains the growth of a variety of beautiful trees, shrubs, and plants. However, our weather also lends itself to an assortment of damaging pests that can harm the splendor and vivaciousness of our happy and green landscape. As with many pests, the best action is to be proactive. To help you know what to look for, here is a brief overview of some of the most common and damaging pests that might be eating your plants.

Kaitlin Funke ·
large fenced in green lawn with trees Lawn Care

When Should You Aerate Your Pennsylvania Grass?

Simple, regular maintenance tasks can go a long way in creating a thicker, healthier lawn. Jobs typically reserved for once a year can also play a significant role in supporting those smaller steps taken across the months. For many Pennsylvania homeowners, aerating lawns to relieve soil compaction and enhance grass growth is a regular annual task. Almost any lawn can benefit from aeration when it’s timed well and done properly. So, when should you aerate your grass? Read on and find out.

Kaitlin Funke ·
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Some of Our Favorite Pennsylvania Trees

The State of Pennsylvania is a great place for trees. Even the name means “Penn’s woods.” According to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, there are 134 native and 62 introduced species of trees found in the state. Living here, you see trees every day, but when was the last time you really looked at the ones surrounding you? Have you wondered what kind they are? Trees are primarily identified by three things: their leaves, seeds, and bark. Below are some of our favorite Pennsylvania trees and how to Identify them.

Kaitlin Funke ·
plant care technician inspecting leaves Plant Health Care

Why Does My Tree Have Yellow Leaves?

Common Causes for Yellow Leaves According to plants, green is “in”. So, when you see that your tree, shrub or plant has some yellow leaves or even dropping leaves (when they shouldn’t be), you might start to panic. Anyone would be concerned if their yard suddenly looks like fall has come early, with yellowing leaves that are dropping like crazy. There are a few reasons why you might be seeing these symptoms in your trees and plants. Take a minute to review our list of the most common causes for yellow leaves.

Kaitlin Funke ·