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This is a very important part of having a sprinkler system. Without winterizing the system, pipes can burst, backflow can explode, which in turn will cost enough to fix.


Wanting some landscaping done? Call us to get a free [...]]]> http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/10/19/get-ready-for-winter Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:10:00 +0000 http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/10/19/get-ready-for-winter
This is a very important part of having a sprinkler system. Without winterizing the system, pipes can burst, backflow can explode, which in turn will cost enough to fix.


Wanting some landscaping done? Call us to get a free estimate and be put on our 2011 Spring Work list! 952-461-2579

]]> http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/10/19/get-ready-for-winter#comments 0 christensenlandscaping@integra.net christensenlandscaping@integra.net Many homeowners always are asking the questions, what flowers attract butterflies?

Butterflies are guided by the invisible world of scents and smells. Certain kinds of flowers give off a fragrance that butterflies find attractive, a signal that the plant may be a source of sweet nectar for the insects to feed on.

Photo [...]]]> http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/08/15/got-butterflies Sun, 15 Aug 2010 09:14:00 +0000 http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/08/15/got-butterflies Many homeowners always are asking the questions, what flowers attract butterflies?

Butterflies are guided by the invisible world of scents and smells. Certain kinds of flowers give off a fragrance that butterflies find attractive, a signal that the plant may be a source of sweet nectar for the insects to feed on.

Photo By: Joleen Van Duyn

What type of location? Well of course sunny, low winds, and not real wet gardens are the best. Here is a list of the top flowers that have been studied to provide you with the best chance to see some butterflies!

Perennials
Achillea (Yarrow)
Alcea
Allium
Asclepias (Butterfly Weed)
Aster
Buddleia (Butterfly Bush)
Centaurea
Ceratostigma
Chelone
Cimicifuga
Coreopsis
Delphinium
Dendranthema
Dianthus
Digitalis
Echinacea (Coneflower)
Eupatorium (Joe Pye Weed)
Gaillardia
Geranium (Cranesbill)
Heuchera
Helenium
Heliopsis
Hemerocallis
Hibiscus
Honeysuckle
Iris
Lavandula
Leucanthemum
Liatris
Ligularia
Lillium
Lupinus
Lysimachia
Monarda
Myostis
Nepeta
Penstemon

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New this year.!!! VERY hard to find. Currently we are on a waiting list to receive these as soon as they are ready to sell. They had crop problems{not to worry}, which is the reason they are so hard to get. Let us know if you will be wanting one, and we will see what we can get for you! Hardiness: USDA Zone 3 [...]]]> http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/06/16/update-on-bloomerang-lilac Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:06:00 +0000 http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/06/16/update-on-bloomerang-lilac
New this year.!!! VERY hard to find. Currently we are on a waiting list to receive these as soon as they are ready to sell. They had crop problems{not to worry}, which is the reason they are so hard to get. Let us know if you will be wanting one, and we will see what we can get for you! Hardiness: USDA Zone 3

Bloom Time: Spring, Repeat blooms from mid-summer until frost

Bloom Color: Rich purple in bud changing to lavender-purple in flower

Size: 4-5 feet tall and 4 feet wide

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Moderate to well drained soils. Do not plant in heavy clay or wet areas.

Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs.

]]> http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/06/16/update-on-bloomerang-lilac#comments 0 christensenlandscaping@integra.net christensenlandscaping@integra.net 1. Watering in the early morning is best, watering in the evening can create mold. Set your systems to come on as early as 1:00 or 2:00 a.m.

2. Water 2 or 3 times a week heavily versus watering every other day. The root [...]]]> http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/03/30/dont-waste-water-this-year-its-precious Tue, 30 Mar 2010 13:07:00 +0000 http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/03/30/dont-waste-water-this-year-its-precious 1. Watering in the early morning is best, watering in the evening can create mold. Set your systems to come on as early as 1:00 or 2:00 a.m.

2. Water 2 or 3 times a week heavily versus watering every other day. The root system of the grass will chase the water creating a stronger root system.

3. If you do not have a rain sensor remember to shut your system off if it is raining or will be raining.

4. For large rotary style heads you should water 30-40 min per zone and for small spray heads you should water 15-20 min per zone.

5. Check your heads monthly. Run each zone and make sure all heads are operating appropriately with no leaks or shooting out of zone.

Please call us with any questions or servicing for your system or your sod. 952-461-2579





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Just a reminder, we know spring is here but temperature is still a threat for irrigations systems this time of season, so [...]]]> http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/03/22/spring-is-here Mon, 22 Mar 2010 02:39:00 +0000 http://christensenlandscapinginc.com/blog/2010/03/22/spring-is-here
Just a reminder, we know spring is here but temperature is still a threat for irrigations systems this time of season, so please do NOT turn your water on until the temp is higher than 32 degrees at night, for a period of time. You you have any questions, or want to get on the list for spring start-ups please call our office @ 952-461-2579!

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