May 17, 2019 | Eco-friendly Gardening, Garden Care
At In Harmony, we talk a lot about building healthy soil. But what does that mean? Take a moment to consider: soil is alive. It is not just the dirt under your fingernails. Soil is teeming with tiny critters that work to keep plants healthy. Unfortunately, many urban...
May 7, 2019 | Video, Watering
Local temperatures could soar to record levels later this week. Seattle may be warmer than Phoenix, an unusual occurrence. Friday’s highs are forecast to be in the mid-80s F in Seattle and lower 80s F in Phoenix. It is time to water your landscape. Your lawn and...
May 3, 2019 | Recommended Plants, Video, Watering
In April and May, nurseries and plant sales are bursting with plants. From shrubs and trees to annuals and perennials, there are many gorgeous choices. As our summers get hotter and drier, it is worth seeking out plants that will thrive, once established, with little...
Apr 26, 2019 | Garden Care, Video, Watering
A thick layer of mulch is an effective way to reduce your plants’ water needs. A few inches of mulch insulates the soil and helps to keep it from drying out. As our summers get hotter and drier, mulch is increasingly important to help keep your plants and trees from...
Apr 19, 2019 | Garden Care, Lawn Care, Video, Watering
Spring is a good time to think about how much water your plants will need this growing season and how you will provide it. Our watering resources will help you water properly to keep your plants healthy. Last year we had very little rain in May and June. Some plants...
Apr 9, 2019 | Community, Eco-friendly Gardening, Nature
Earth Day is Monday, April 22. It is a good reminder to all of us that our planet needs our help. The right time to take action to help our planet is today. Not tomorrow or next month or next year. Earth Day events Many organizations sponsor events related to Earth...
Apr 5, 2019 | Lawn Care, Pest Control
Are you seeing signs of moles in your lawn? Many people struggle with these small but destructive animals. Here are some tips on how to manage moles in your yard. Mole hills and tunnels Moles tunnel beneath the soil looking for food. In the process, they may create...
Mar 20, 2019 | Landscape Design, Lawn Care
The warm, sunny weather this week has made us think about spring and summer. It’s time to take a stroll around the landscape and see how your plants are doing as the growth season starts. How does your lawn look? Has moss invaded after the tough winter? Moss...
Feb 26, 2019 | Eco-friendly Gardening, Nature, Pest Control
Insects could completely disappear within a century if the current rate of decline continues, according to a scientific review reported in The Guardian. The first global scientific review found that “the world’s insects are hurtling down the path to...
Feb 15, 2019 | Eco-friendly Gardening, Garden Care, Pest Control, Recommended Plants, Wildlife
During this harsh winter weather, you may think about our wild friends. Birds, wildlife, native bees and other pollinators may have a hard time finding food, water and shelter. If you have a bird feeder, make sure it has plenty of food. In Harmony has always valued...
Jan 30, 2019 | Recommended Plants
Would you like your landscape to look great year-round and be easier to care for, while helping our local environment? Plant more evergreens. Evergreen plants, as their name suggests, stay green year round. Because their leaves or needles shade the soil, your garden...
Jan 17, 2019 | Lawn Care, Video
As our long-time clients know, our approach has always focused on building the health of the soil. If your lawn has weeds or is thin and patchy, improving soil health will help the lawn grow more thickly and crowd out weeds. It will also boost the lawn’s color....
