The heat has finally broken, the mornings have a little bite to them, and your lawn is probably showing every scar a Georgia summer left behind. Thin spots under the oaks. Bare patches where the dog runs the fence line. That stubborn brown strip along the driveway that never quite recovered from July. Here’s the… Continue reading
Mulch is one of the most universally used landscape inputs in North Atlanta — and one of the most frequently misapplied. Most homeowners know that mulch goes in the planting beds, looks tidier than bare soil, and helps with something related to moisture. The details beyond that — how much, what type, where exactly, and… Continue reading
August is when the smartest landscapers and homeowners in North Atlanta start thinking about fall — not the fall that’s here yet, but the fall planting window that opens in September and closes faster than most people expect. Fescue renovation. New planting beds. Tree and shrub installation. The landscape projects that perform best in Georgia’s… Continue reading
Walk into most landscape conversations in July and you’ll hear the same instinct: wait until fall. It’s too hot. The ground is baked. The sod won’t take. Better to let summer pass and install when the weather breaks. It’s an understandable instinct. It’s also, in many cases, wrong. At GLM Landscape Supply, we’ve been working… Continue reading
July in metro Atlanta can be relentless. Temperatures push into the high nineties, stretches without rain turn lawns brittle, and the weeds — given the warmth and any open soil — multiply faster than most homeowners can manage on a weekend schedule. If you find yourself watering more than you’d like, watching moisture seem to… Continue reading
It’s May in Georgia, and that means one thing for homeowners across Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, and the greater Atlanta metro: mulch season is in full swing. Flower beds are being refreshed. Trees are getting fresh rings of coverage. And countless trips to big box stores are being made by well-intentioned DIYers loading bag after… Continue reading
Georgia’s spring doesn’t wait around. By April, the dogwoods are blooming, the pollen is settling, and homeowners across Alpharetta, Milton, and Roswell are staring at their yards thinking the same thing — it’s time. Whether your lawn needs a fresh start after winter or you’ve been planning a full landscape overhaul, the products you choose… Continue reading
As temperatures climb and dogwoods begin blooming across North Georgia, homeowners start asking the same question: is now the right time to install new sod? The answer depends on several factors, including which grass type you choose and how prepared you are for the installation process. Getting the timing right can mean the difference between… Continue reading
February might seem like an unlikely time to think about landscaping in Georgia, but savvy homeowners know that late winter is actually the perfect season to plan major hardscape projects. While the trees are still bare and the ground is easier to assess, you can get a clear picture of your property’s slopes, drainage patterns,… Continue reading
While Georgia winters are generally mild compared to northern states, the cooler months still present unique challenges for maintaining a healthy, vibrant landscape. From unexpected cold snaps to winter drought conditions, your lawn and garden need proper protection to emerge strong and beautiful when spring arrives. For homeowners in Alpharetta, Milton, Roswell, and throughout the… Continue reading