You Will Save Time & Money

While it may seem that your lawn is a quick cut and seeding away from looking like a professional baseball field, it often needs around-the-clock care to stay strong and healthy.  A professional lawn care service such as Cole Landscaping allows you to focus your time on other priorities in your daily life. Not only will a professional team be able to save you time but also save you money.  Maintaining a healthy lawn requires equipment and products that can become pricey throughout the year.  An experienced team will already have the resources on deck to get the job done efficiently and in a timely manner.

  You Can Enjoy Your Lawn

The last thing that any property owner wants is an eyesore of a lawn, especially if they have invested their hard-earned money to improve their landscape.  With professional experts who know how to maintain every aspect of your lawn, you can rest assured that your lawn will be looking its best year-round, allowing you to enjoy your yard for activities that range from cookouts to enjoying the summer nights by a campfire.

  It Is a Great Investment

While you may not think of lawn care as an investment, it most certainly is.  After all, your propertyâ€s biggest asset is its crowning glory and what makes it stand out from the rest.  A lawn is often the first aspect that people notice when they come across a property.  Plus, a properly maintained lawn gives off the right first impression!

  Custom Plans Just for Your Property

Hiring a team of lawn care professionals allows you to have a custom plan built just for your lawn!  When you work with Cole Landscaping to maintain your lawn care you can expect six bi-monthly visits throughout the seasons to ensure your lawn is well-manicured.  Cole utilizes traditional fertilizer and other bio-sensitive products to assist with insects, diseases, and broadleaf weed control.  What our six lawn care treatments look like:

● Early Spring Application: Traditional fertilizer with pre-emergent with control for broadleaf weeds and crabgrass.

● Spring Application:  Traditional fertilizer with pre-emergent with control for broadleaf weeds and crabgrass.  A technician will also run a spot treat for weeds, including dandelions and clovers.

● Summer Application:  Traditional fertilizer with surface-feeding insect control ( not grub).  Another spot treatment will be done for weeds and clovers.

● Late Summer Application:  Traditional fertilizer OR organic fertilizer, depending on how the summer has treated your lawn.  Plus, a spot check for weeds and clovers.

● Early Fall Application:  Traditional fertilizer with dolomitic limestone to correct pH imbalances.  Plus, a seasonal spot check.

● Fall Application:  Winterizing fertilizer to ensure your lawn rooting system is hardened and protected for the upcoming growing season.

  Start Your Lawn Care Program with Cole Landscaping!

Cole Landscaping is a one-stop shop when it comes to landscaping design and maintenance!  Our team will work with you to create and manage a landscape plan that revolves around your lifestyle and property needs.  For more information on our landscaping design and maintenance services, be sure to contact us at 800-243-5771 or by filling out a contact form on our website!

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For most of us, summer is not a season of stress. For lawns though, it is. Consistent hot and dry weather over a long period of time can lead to heat or moisture stress. This can cause your lawn to turn brown and even invite a variety of weeds and pests. To keep your lawn at its best and limit the hot summer damage, you should familiarize yourself with some of the basics of this issue.

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Red Thread is one of the most common fungal patch diseases found on lawns during these warm summer months. Other lawn funguses commonly found in turf grasses in New England during this time of year are Pythium and Dollar Spot.

Although it may appear unsightly, the good news is there are several disease-control options available. The best thing you can do for a diseased lawn is to aerate and nourish the soil beneath the turf.

Aeration Heals Your Lawnâ€s Wounds

First, start with proper lawn aeration to ensure that the lawn breathes. Aeration loosens impacted soil and enhances new growth after broadcast seeding. Broadcast seeding coupled with a top-dressing of our own “Black Gold” organic compost is the most cost-effective approach to correcting the problem that “mother nature” has created.  Broadcast Seeding and fertilization enhances new growth by 200% and ensures bare spots grow in.

What is Red Thread?

Red Thread has been running rampant on the North Shore this season. This lawn fungus appears in turf as small pinkish-red spots or patches, usually when temps are high, and humidity is higher. Infected areas eventually turn light tan, and the leaf tips or margins may be covered with fine pink to red threads, giving the turf an overall pink coloration.

Red Thread takes its name from the antler like structures produced by a fungus (Laetisaria fuciformis) on the tips of its blade.  Generally, it is most severe and may cause significant damage to both perennial ryegrass and creeping red fescue. Red thread usually presents itself during warm summer temperatures. We see it most often when there is prolonged high relative humidity, dense fog or overcast skies which commonly occurs this time of year.

Symptoms of Red Thread

The infected grass will firstly be ‘bleached’ in color; the grass will turn pale cream/white. Not all grass blades will be affected, as non-infected blades may exist next to infected blades. In these circumstances the grass will appear visibly messy. In moist conditions the fungus will form the pink branching threads. Once the threads are well developed the lawn will have reddish/pinkish tinge to it in small patches, these patches may join together to form larger patches.

Treating Red Thread

First you should have your lawn evaluated and diagnosed by a professional who will identify and address your lawnâ€s needs. If your lawn has become infected with a fungus, there are two major ways to treat.

The first method is to allow your lawn, and the fungus, to grow out. We apply Triple 19 (19-19-19 – basic lawn fertilizer) to help the lawn with the process. This method is easier, but it takes a considerable amount of time for the lawn to grow out.

The second method is more intense, but it is quicker and more effective. Fungicide, a type of chemical, is applied to the infected area. A good approach to controlling or eliminating Red thread is having your lawn treated with the proper Fungicide. Often times it takes 2 applications of fungicide per year to help your lawn get through the season. Once your lawn has been treated, water deeply and consistently twice weekly.

When to Water your Lawn

Itâ€s best to water your lawn early in the morning or early evening. Never water at night – it makes grass susceptible to disease.

Red Thread Lawn Fungus on the move!

The thing you need to remember is that most turf fungus is NOT a major concern. It will go away on its own with proper care. The first line of defense is aeration with compost top-dressing and broadcast seeding to rejuvenate and add missing nutrients to your soil. Secondly, timely fertilizer and fungicide applications will ensure the health of your lawn throughout the entire growing season. The third component to ensure a lush lawn is keeping up with weekly maintenance, such as a regular irrigation schedule and consistent mowing.

If you are seeing anything that looks like Red Thread on your turf, and you are not currently on our fertilization program, please let us know!   The sooner the lawn is treated the better the outcome.

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Preseason is upon us! Just as pitchers and catchers are packing up their gear for Spring Training, Team Cole is preparing to get your property in shape for your home opener. Here at Cole Landscaping, we understand the importance of your landscape. We are wholeheartedly committed to clients’ needs. We’re talking about Major League Landscaping. With our Signature Services you will never have to worry about your landscape. Our Core Values motivate us to ensure a winning season for your property. Making your property our priority drives our team. This is the reason for our continued growth.

A Day in the Park – We Make Work Fun!

When you do what you love every day, it’s never a chore. Whether installing a new hardscape or tackling Spring Cleanup, you can be assured that the Cole Crew will have all hands on deck to make you look good. We believe in having fun at work. We especially take pride in making your property stand out from the rest. Preseason is a great time for us to get our players in scoring position.

Staying Ahead in the Count

Perhaps you may have noticed our new trucks on the road. We are proud our state-of-the-art fleet. The right equipment gets the job done. From our 3-D design models to our powerful Bark Mulch Blower, the newest technology enables us to work cohesively and efficiently, like a well-oiled machine.

More importantly, we spend preseason “sharpening our blades of knowledge.” Our Spring Training includes breakout sessions for our team and seminars to keep up with what’s “cutting edge” in the industry. We have certifications from ICPI (Interlocking Concrete Paving Institute), NCMA (National Concrete Masonry Association), CLT (NALP-Certified Landscape Technician) and Techo Bloc – Pro installation, just to name a few. Our staff is made up of experts in landscape design, construction, tree and plant care, lighting/electrical, irrigation, mechanics/welding and more.

Preseason Lineup

Team Cole

Meet our team of professionals. We have a passion for our brand that enables us to put our clients’ needs first –always. Our spring lineup assures that you are getting the best service possible.

• Greg Cole – our Ace. As President and CEO of Cole Landscaping, Greg’s focus is creating, communicating, and implementing the organization’s vision, mission, and overall direction.

• Barbara Cole, VP of Business Development. Barbara works closely with the administrative aspect of the company, allowing her to maintain a balance between clients, staff, and managers. Being involved in marketing allows her to use her creative side to help grow the business and the team.

• Shaun Powers –MVP, Senior Account Manager. Shaun works with his squad to develop new service approaches and processes that streamline operations to ensure a win for the team.

• Jackie Guyotte, Office Manager. Jackie is busy running the bases handling all the day-to-day needs to run the Front Office.

Our Starters

• Ken Burke, LHC/PHC Manager. He is a certified arborist with deep knowledge of plants and turf grass, their environments and growth habits. Ken’s responsibilities include overseeing all lawn renovation work, conducting service calls, and more!

• Shawn Fenerty, Account Manager DB Construction.  Shawn organizes production schedules for all landscape construction clients, assesses projects and provides clients with estimates.

• Chris Sidebottom, Account Manager for Maintenance. Chris monitors the activity of our crews, working closely with the production team regarding training, scheduling, quality control, and customer service.

• James McInnis, Irrigation Manager. James maintains, and installs irrigation and lighting equipment and systems for clients.

Go Team!

• Kacey Anderson, Project Administrator.  Kacey runs the clubhouse. She’s your go-to person for project administration, construction communications, client liaison and material purchasing.

• John Tassinari, Commercial Sales Manager. John has the best RBI in our sales department – he’s always hitting homeruns. He is the point of contact for commercial clients and handles all transactions from the initial contact through the project completion. John goes beyond the scope of the project/contract by proactively presenting site enhancement ideas.

• Joel Tyack, Field Operations Manager DB Construction. Joel handles both residential and commercial jobs for the team. He is our jack-of-all trades with certifications in refrigeration, auto & diesel mechanical equipment, and structural welding.

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If your lawn is looking a little tired, consider a top-dressing of Black Gold, Cole’s highly organic compost. As the hot summer winds down and we move through August into the fall, it is important to start thinking ahead to the next season. There are many benefits to using compost and applying organic matter to your property. Cole Landscaping is proud to offer this all-natural top-dressing service.

The Process

First we will core aerate the complete property. Then we will broadcast this highly organic matter throughout the area along with seed. This gives you a much greener lawn through the fall and it will come back in the spring lush and beautiful.

What is compost and why should you use it?

Compost is the product resulting from the controlled biological decomposition of organic material that has been sanitized through the generation of heat and stabilized to the point that it is beneficial to plant growth. Above all, organic matter is vital to productive soils and healthy plant growth. Compost is certainly an excellent source of organic matter that promotes biologically active soil by adding beneficial microorganisms.

What else can compost do for your lawn?

• Incorporates slow release nutrients in an organic form
• Leaves pore spaces behind for roots to colonize as it breaks down
• Improves soil moisture retention
• Adds life and organic matter to the soil
• Allows micro-organisms to thrive and multiply to fight many soil-borne diseases

The Power of the Bark Blower

Our Cole crew alongside our powerful  Finn Bark Blower can service your property in no time at all. The Finn Blower is designed specifically to convey considerable volumes of heavy material (loam, stone etc.) as well as lighter materials (bark mulch, compost, playground chips) to large areas very quickly. Therefore, it is perfect for all size areas, including hillsides, tough terrain, and hard to reach places!

Contact Cole if your lawn is looking tired and could use some TLC.

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Survey Says: Americans Love their Yards and they are Important to a Homeâ€s Resale Value

April is National Lawn Care Month so it is a great time to think about what your lawn and landscape do for you. Even in the age of the smartphone and T.V. show binge watching, the love affair with the American yard is not over.

According to an online survey commissioned by the National Association of Landscape Professionals and conducted by Harris Poll in May 2015, eighty-three percent of Americans think having a yard is important. Here are a few insights about the value of our lawns and backyards.

Your neighborhoodâ€s landscaping is important.

Americans (91%) want to live in an area where they can see or walk to nice landscaping. So if you want the best chance of increasing the home prices in your neighborhood, make sure the landscaping looks good.

Nice landscaping helps to sell your house.

Eighty-four percent say that the quality of a homeâ€s landscaping would affect their decision about whether or not to buy. Great neighborhood landscaping helps, but it isnâ€t enough; yours needs to look good too.

Your neighbors care what your yard looks like.

Seventy-one percent think it is important that their neighbors have well-maintained yards. Perhaps “good landscaping makes good neighbors” should be the new adage.

We want to enjoy our yards.

Seventy-five percent of people feel that it is important to spend time outside in their yards.

Despite common misperceptions, even Millennials want to spend time in their yards.

Seventy-five percent of Millennials (18–34 year olds) think spending time outside in their yards is important.

People want help with their landscape.

A large majority of Americans (67%) agree that professional landscape help would allow them to have a nicer yard.

So, this April, donâ€t take your yard for granted: make the most of it and it will return many financial and emotional benefits. Contact  Cole Landscaping if you would like to jumpstart your next landscaping project.

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What are the of Benefits of using Cole’s Signature Services?

When you hire a professional full-service landscaping company you don’t have to think twice about caring for your property. From the house cleaner to the pool service company to the plumber and electrician – it’s hard to manage a home. Add in the lawn-mowing, arborist, fertilizer specialist and irrigation company and it’s enough to drive someone nuts! So it makes sense to have one company meeting all your landscaping needs, right? Cole’s Signature Services provide a custom plan that works for you.

Ease of Working With One Company

Working with one  company for all your landscape needs makes life easier.

One company can mow, fertilize turf and plants, maintain shrubs and trees, plant seasonal flowers, handle irrigation needs and oversee your entire landscaping. Wouldn’t life be easier if you only had to contact one person when an issue or question arises?

All of your services will be scheduled ahead of time – from your spring clean-up leading into winter prep. Using one landscaping company for all your needs will certainly be in the best interest of your property.

For example, when applying fertilizer timing is crucial, as is proper watering. If your landscape company handles the irrigation for your property, they already know your watering schedule. Therefore they will be able to make adjustments while on site. If you use a separate company for irrigation, chances are that they are not going to know your fertilizer schedule. A good landscape professional will know that it is best to apply fertilizer on recently mowed turf. So if they are mowing your lawn, they know when to apply the fertilizer, gaining optimal results. As a Cole Signature Services client, you can rest assured that your landscaping maintenance is always on schedule.

Extra Set of Eyes

When one landscaping company manages a property, each manager handles a specific service(s) for your property.  The crew will look at the land with a different set of eyes to make sure there are no issues that need to be addressed. From the foreman in charge of the crews to the managers overseeing projects, there is always clear communication at all times throughout the season.

Our staff communicates with each other. If they see a problem they work collectively to find a solution. It’s in their interest to make sure the entire property is well maintained, because they are responsible for it as a company.

Warranties and Guarantees 

When you hire a company to install your landscape, not everyone offers a warranty or guarantee. If you hire a full-service landscape professional and you sign up for a full maintenance package you are more likely to have warranties and guarantees.

Higher Quality of Work

With a full service landscaping company, the quality of work is generally higher. Companies providing continued maintenance after an installation project are motivated to make the landscaping look its best because all parts of the project are tied to the company.

Landscaping matures, so even if the original installation blueprint says one thing, a full-service company will monitor overall aesthetics. if the plants are not growing as planned, the landscaping company can make changes, and monitor progress throughout the seasons.

When you hire a qualified landscaping service, you’ll notice the years of experience in their craftsmanship. These highly talented individuals each have personal areas of expertise, from building hardscapes to ensuring that your lawn is immaculate. By the end of your landscaping project, you’ll marvel at the outstanding job they’ve completed. Sure, you could have tried your hand at rebuilding your backyard, but would it look as stunning as a professionally crafted lawn?

Highest Quality Materials

The landscaping industry is booming, which means there’s an overwhelming amount of materials available. For instance, it’s difficult for a homeowner to know about the different types of grass and which seed to use – not to mention what kind of drainage systems you have on your property. Perhaps you choose a certain brand of landscaping material only to find out that it is of poor quality? Professional landscapers will know exactly what materials to use on your yard. You’ll never have to worry about the wrong brand or material being applied on your lawn.

Cole Landscape is your Landscape Partner for Life!

Here at Cole Landscaping & Irrigation, Inc. we know the importance of streamlining the landscaping process for customers. One point of contact managing the landscaping from project installation through maintenance means peace of mind for the customer for years to come. We take pride in our Signature Services.

If you’d like a consultation or want to know what we can do to help you in the 2019 Landscape Season~ give us a call at 978-356-1004 or contact us to arrange an on-site meeting with one of our Landscape Professionals.

We are your “Outdoor Living Professionals.”

 

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First we will core aerate the complete property. Next, with our new Finn Bark Blower we will broadcast this highly organic matter throughout the area along with seed. The end result is a greener lawn in the fall that will translate to a lush and beautiful lawn next spring.

The Bark Blower is the largest and most impressive truck in our fleet. Team Cole is excited to work with this powerful machine. Besides being the most versatile performer, it always delivers high quality results. Most importantly, the Finn Blower is designed specifically to convey considerable volumes of heavy material (loam, stone etc.) as well as lighter materials (bark mulch, compost, playground chips) to large areas very quickly. Therefore, it is perfect for all size areas, including hillsides, tough terrain, and hard to reach places!

What is compost and why should you use it?

Compost is the product resulting from the controlled biological decomposition of organic material that has been sanitized through the generation of heat and stabilized to the point that it is beneficial to plant growth. Above all, organic matter is vital to productive soils and healthy plant growth. Compost is certainly an excellent source of organic matter that promotes biologically active soil by adding beneficial microorganisms.

What else can compost do for your lawn?

• Incorporates slow release nutrients in an organic form
• Leaves pore spaces behind for roots to colonize as it breaks down
• Improves soil moisture retention
• Adds life and organic matter to the soil
• Allows micro-organisms to thrive and multiply to fight many soil-borne diseases

Contact Cole if your lawn is looking tired and could use some TLC.

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