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Friday, 13 April 2012 14:31

Cool Season Annual Flowers


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Beginning April and lasting through May, cool season flowers such as pansies, snapdragons, osteospermum and ranunculus present an intermediate color display between bulb flowering and the installation of summer annuals. 

Cool season flowers may be planted in early spring and late fall when temperatures are too cool for summer annuals.  Cool season annuals are a wonderful addition as the landscape awakens after the winter season.

 

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Wednesday, 04 April 2012 08:07

Spring Mulching

Mulch for your garden beds
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A 2-4" layer of shredded hardwood bark mulch will provide additional moisture and a cooling effect for plant material during the heat of the summer.  While improving the general appearance of planting beds, mulch also reduces weed growth.  As the shredded hardwood bark mulch decomposes, nutrients and organic matter are incorporated into the soil, improving soil quality.  Amended compost improves the planting beds aesthetic value and also increases the nutrient and microorganism levels.  Plants love compost since nitrogen is the key element for a plant's leaf growth and development.
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Are you looking for a "Sweet" career with a top Chicago area firm? 

We are looking for a few outstanding candidates to fill full time Landscapesweet success photo Operations Trainee positions.  On Friday, March 23rd we will be interviewing candidates at PLANET Student Career Days held at Kansas State and would enjoy the opportunity to meet you.

Please stop by booth #109 with your resume.  We've got a "Sweet" treat for you!  Interviews will be scheduled at the event.  If you are not attending, please send your resume to Shari at s.dalziel@jamesmartinassociates.com.

Successful candidates should posses a passion for the landscape and snow industry, be highly motivated and have the desire to constantly learn from your experiences.

For more information on PLANET Student Career Days visit: http://www.studentcareerdays.org/

About the Landscape Operations Trainee position:

Initial responsibilities and training of this year round position will include field production activities, initially assisting crew leaders with the maintenance and installation of landscape projects, followed by assuming the responsibilities of a crew leader.  Operations trainees will also be involved with a a variety of other assignments including horticultural services, yard management responsibilities, site take-offs and surveys, project planning and snow plow operations.  After experience in the position, future opportunities will include support of sales, design and client management efforts, as well as planning and supervising installation and maintenance crews, clients and projects.

A complete overview of James Martin Associates and our career opportunities can be accessed at JMA Careers.

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Our homes are one of the most important investments we ever make…it is an investment that needs nurturing. With proper care and maintenance of your landscape your outdoor area will be kept immaculate and beautiful while adding value to your home and neighborhood. "A good first appearance on a home can add as much as 5 percent to 10 percent to the value of the home," says John Aust, president of the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers. "

 Your landscape is not only maintenance but consists of hardscape and softscape elements. Hardscape refers to the permanent structures such as patios, walks and retaining walls. Softscape refers to living elements such as perennials, groundcovers, lawn space, trees and shrubs. People associate a well maintained landscape and beautiful gardens as warm and inviting. A well designed properly maintained landscape gives an impression that carries through to the inside of the home.

 Your landscape (your investment) needs to be properly cared for through a professional turf and plant health care program designed to protect your investment and ensure a healthy and more enduring landscape. The best landscapes are created to thrive and mature for years to come and are valued by you, your neighbors and your guests.

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