Jul 10, 2026 | Community
In Harmony is proud to be an EnviroStars-recognized business. The EnviroStars program honors business that operate sustainably, use environmentally friendly practices and help protect Puget Sound. Our goal is to create and maintain landscapes that are healthy for...
Jun 24, 2026 | Eco-friendly Gardening, Recommended Plants
Pollinator Week runs from June 22 to 28. While bees usually get the spotlight, this year the Pollinator Partnership is highlighting a different group: caterpillars. Caterpillars may not pollinate plants themselves, but they grow into butterflies and moths—important...
Jun 16, 2026 | Pest Control
At In Harmony, concern about pesticide risks isn’t new. It’s been central to our work for more than 30 years. When we founded the company in 1994, our goal was to offer a natural, sustainable alternative to the chemical-heavy landscape practices that...
Jun 9, 2026 | Community, Garden Care, Landscape Care, Landscape Design
Garden tours are a wonderful way to explore beautiful landscapes, gather design ideas and inspiration, discover plants that thrive locally and learn creative ways to incorporate garden art. They also offer practical gardening techniques and a chance to connect with...
Jun 5, 2026 | Watering
Here are quick watering tips to help you grow a more successful yard and garden. Also see watering resources below. Watering resources: YouTube playlist Our YouTube playlist on Watering Your Lawn and Garden has several videos on the basics of watering, watering...
May 12, 2026 | Lawn Care
Spring is a great time to aerate and overseed your Pacific Northwest lawn. This process creates dense, healthy turf, improving your lawn’s resilience to summer heat stress. There are many benefits of aeration and overseeding. Relieves soil compaction Winter rain...
May 1, 2026 | Garden Care, Landscape Care, Lawn Care, Recommended Plants, Watering
Given weather patterns for the last few years, we could be heading into another hot, dry summer. Taking steps now can help you save water, and protect your landscape, later. Check your automatic irrigation system A little spring maintenance goes a long way with your...
Apr 14, 2026 | Community, Nature
Earth Day is Wednesday, April 22, and the official 2026 theme is “Our Power, Our Planet.” The organizers remind us that collective action and community-driven change are crucial for protecting our environment, pushing back against policy rollbacks, and...
Apr 8, 2026 | Community, Eco-friendly Gardening, Garden Care, Recommended Plants
The next time you’re shopping for plants, garden tool or supplies, consider visiting your local independent nursery. Choosing a local nursery over a big-box store like Home Depot or Lowe’s has a range of benefits for your garden, the environment and the...
Mar 24, 2026 | Garden Care, Tree Care
Now is a great time to start thinking about your summer pruning plans. Our team is currently scheduling tree and shrub pruning for the summer season. While many people think pruning is a winter task, there are several excellent reasons to prune in summer. Here are six...
Mar 10, 2026 | Garden Care, Landscape Design
Early spring is the perfect time to take a fresh look at your garden. Before everything bursts into growth, grab a cup of coffee and take a slow walk around your yard. Really see what is working, and what isn’t. Just like editing a story, garden editing is about...
Mar 5, 2026 | Eco-friendly Gardening, Garden Care, Landscape Care
With spring right around the corner, have you started thinking about your garden this year? Gardening does more than just create a beautiful outdoor space. It’s also a great way to nurture your physical and mental well-being while caring for the planet. Physical...
Feb 24, 2026 | Garden Care, Landscape Care, Lawn Care
Drought conditions in western Washington are becoming more frequent and more intense. In 2025 the state had a third consecutive year of drought emergency, marked by a severe drought that lasted several months. Six of the past 10 years have been abnormally dry. This...
Feb 11, 2026 | Eco-friendly Gardening, Garden Care, Recommended Plants
You can help mason bees and other pollinators by making your yard more welcoming to them. The native bee Osmia lignaria, commonly called the blue orchard bee or mason bee, is one of the easiest for gardeners to support. Mason bees are exceptional pollinators. Each bee...
Jan 19, 2026 | Disease Control, Eco-friendly Gardening, Garden Care, Landscape Care, Lawn Care, Recommended Plants, Tree Care
Winter is the perfect time to give your garden a strong start for the year ahead. A little attention now to winter garden tasks will help your landscape thrive through the growing season. Build soil health You can improve soil health by adding mulch beneath trees and...
