Are you looking for the perfect gift for your sweetheart this Valentine’s day? Or maybe you need something for that special loved one in your life. Either way, Royal Greens Professional Lawn Care has the perfect solution. Give your loved one the joy of nature right inside their Frederick area home. Instead of a bouquet of flowers that won’t last very long and will cost a fortune, opt for one of these forget-me-not house plants. Read on and discover several house plants that are not only popular for their symbolism of love but are easy to care for and maintain. Sweetheart Hoya Nothing shouts o ..read more

Winters can be pretty brutal here in Maryland. While many of us enjoy this time of year, those of us suffering from cabin fever can’t wait to get back outside. But with a bit of work and dedication, you can enjoy nature year-round in your own backyard. Winter bird-watching is fun, educational and brings the sights and sounds of nature right to the comfort of your warm home. While many birds and other wildlife fly south or hibernate for the winter, there are tons that stay right here.  Read on to find out which birds stick around and how you can not only take in their beauty but help them ..read more

When the cold weather strikes here in Frederick, so do the winter pests. Several species of bugs begin making their way into your home, seeking out the promise of a warm shelter. One of these home invaders is the brown marmorated stink bug we’ve all grown to hate due to its stinky smell. This smelly pest is not harmful or dangerous, but the large number they congregate in makes them a pure nuisance. So what can you do, and how can you prevent and eliminate this putrid home invader? What is a Marmorated Stink Bug, and Where do They Come From? Stink bugs got their name from the foul odor they r ..read more

With winter quickly approaching in Central Maryland, it’s time to prep your lawn equipment and tools and get them ready to store away for the upcoming cold season. After a year of heavy use, our lawnmowers, edgers, leaf blowers, and other devices need to be properly maintained. This end-of-year maintenance will extend the lifetime of your tools so you can get as much use out of them as possible. Here are a few lawn equipment maintenance tips you can add to your to-do list to ensure the longevity of your items for years to come. Your Fall Lawn Equipment Maintenance List The equipment and tools ..read more

Nothing ruins the look of a lawn more than those sneaky, pesky vile weeds. They creep up out of nowhere and take over your lush, green turf like a wine stain on a white carpet. These persistent, ugly plants rob your grass and garden beds of vital nutrients they need to survive. And though the temperatures outside are getting cooler here in Maryland, broadleaf weeds are getting their second wind. It is during this time of year they have their second bloom. The seeds can come from previous weeds already there, from bird droppings, or even blown in by the wind from neighboring yards. Regardless ..read more

Just like all living things, your lawn can become ill, fatigued, and worn out. Various factors take a toll on your grass, such as drought, heat, weeds, excessive foot traffic, and lawn equipment, making your turf appear thinner and weak. Here in Frederick, Maryland, where we have mostly cool-season grasses such as Kentucky bluegrass, ryegrass, and fescue, fall is the perfect time to rejuvenate and uplift your lawn. One method that is often overlooked is slice-seeding. A quick way to revitalize your yard, slice-seeding is sometimes the more preferred method of choice and often a better option ..read more

Here in the Old Line State, we have unique rules and regulations that apply to Maryland due to our state’s unique structure and proximity to the Atlantic coastline and the Chesapeake Bay. One of those regulations involves soil testing. If your home or business property receives either professional or home fertilization containing phosphorous, you are required to have your soil tested every three years. Called the Maryland Fertilizer Law, it was put in place over five years ago to help protect the Chesapeake Bay and our local waterways from receiving excess runoff. The key ingredients in ferti ..read more

With today’s ever-changing climate and desire to do more for the environment, there has been much talk about the effects of lawn chemicals on the environment, our waterways, and pollinators. As a result, many residents have taken it upon themselves to change to a more natural or organic way of maintaining their lawn. But, is it the right decision for you? That depends on a variety of factors, including how you want your lawn to look, your geographic location, the laws within your city, whether or not you have pets and/or kids, and your basic personal preference. Royal Greens Professional Law ..read more

When the warm weather arrives here in Central Maryland, so do the creepy crawlers. Everyone enjoys the sunshine and good temperatures, even insects. And while nature is lovely and amazing, some things in nature belong outside, like those hair-raising spiders, gross cockroaches, and annoying ants.  Now is the perfect time to insect-proof your house before the calendar marks summer as official. Here are some of the most effective ways to protect your home and ensure most bugs stay where they belong, outside. Give Your Central Maryland Home a Good Spring Cleaning We all know why pests love ..read more

Here in Maryland, May is a time for new beginnings. With it comes to spring, more daylight, more warmth, and more time outside.  It also comes with those insects we all hate, blood-thirsty mosquitoes. But there are several ways in which you can help prevent mosquitoes from invading your back yard. Keeping your yard free from clutter and well-maintained will help provide less shelter for these irritating bugs. Along with a well-kept property, several plants and other wildlife can help keep mosquito numbers down. Your friends at Royal Greens Professional Lawn Care have provided a few tips ..read more