By July, most gardens across the South Shore have settled into their summer rhythm. Perennials are blooming, shrubs have filled out, and lawns have reached their peak. It’s also the time when weeds seem to grow overnight, mulch begins to thin, and garden beds can quickly lose the crisp appearance they had in spring. The […]
Author Archives: Michael Lesher
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Beautiful landscapes are about much more than colorful flowers and healthy lawns. The most memorable outdoor spaces combine living plants with thoughtfully designed hardscape features that provide structure, function, and year-round beauty. Whether it’s a welcoming front walkway, an inviting backyard patio, or a natural stone retaining wall, hardscaping creates the framework that brings a […]
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Pruning is one of the most valuable things you can do to keep your landscape healthy—but it’s also one of the easiest tasks to get wrong. While many homeowners reach for the pruning shears as soon as a shrub looks overgrown, proper pruning is about much more than shaping plants. Done correctly, it encourages healthy […]
How to kill trees and shrubs without trying. As we come out of winter and the sun is setting higher in the sky, homeowners are getting ready to go outside and work on their yards. This past week as I was driving around, I saw some properties already getting mulched. At first I’m saying to […]
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Winter in Marshfield, MA, brings its share of challenges for garden enthusiasts. While snow creates a picturesque landscape, the salt used in snowplows can be detrimental to our beloved plants. I’ve seen firsthand how important it is to protect our green friends during these harsh months. Here are some practical tips from Landscaping by J […]
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Landscaping by J Michael – The Right Choice for Your Next Landscape Project Since 1986, Landscaping by J Michael has been turning visions into verdant realities along the coast of Massachusetts. Selecting the right landscaping firm can be the difference between a lackluster lawn and a picturesque garden. Here are some insider tips to guide […]