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Recent Posts
October 28, 2019
Dormant Seeding For Lawn Installation - Last Chance At a Healthy Lawn
Whoops. You missed the best time to seed your lawn and now the temperatures are too cold to do so. There isn’t enough time to establish new grass …
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September 09, 2019
FAQ - Winterizing Sprinkler Systems
When cold temperatures arrive in Minnesota (usually in November), water left in irrigation lines can freeze and cause serious damage. Homeowners who …
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August 19, 2019
Benefits of Mulch: What, Where, & Why?
A new garden that’s been freshly mulched looks fantastic, that’s probably why most of us buy the stuff and spread it. But do we really know what we …
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June 19, 2019
Watering Schedule For New Plants
A residential landscape company just upgraded your backyard and filled it with plants. It looks fantastic, but you don’t exactly describe yourself as …
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June 03, 2019
Drip Irrigation - 6 Frequently Asked Questions
Drip irrigation, also known as drip line irrigation is a form of irrigation that applies water slowly to the roots of plants, through a network of …
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May 31, 2019
How Black Dirt is Made
Ever wonder where black dirt comes from? The ground, duh. But how does it get transported and cleaned? And what about those specialty planting soils …
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May 23, 2019
How Water Reuse Systems Are Being Used In the Twin Cities
The implementation of water reuse systems are becoming more important and more popular than ever before. With freshwater resources being tapped for …
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July 16, 2018
Why Your Lawn Has an Unquenchable Thirst for Water
Out of all the shrubs, trees, and perennials in your yard, hands down the plant that requires the most amount of water is the grass in your lawn. For …
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June 11, 2018
Why Do My Plants Keep Dying? - A Guide To Troubleshoot Your Garden
For many homeowners, gardening seems impossible. No matter what, where, or how, their plants keep dying despite their best efforts. For those of us …
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June 06, 2018
Tips For Watering Plants In a Residential Landscape
Pay attention to the plant - Are leaves dry, crunchy or wilting? This is usually an indicator that the plant is struggling but not necessarily …
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April 18, 2018
What's The Best Type of Soil For Plants?
Four things are required for plants to grow big and hardy: the proper amount of sunlight, the availability of water, enough nutrients, and oxygen. …
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February 09, 2018
Super Dozer - Combining GPS With UTS Dozer
For years, GPS guided machinery was the best and most advanced technology used to achieve accurate and consistent grading. This helped eliminate …
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January 03, 2018
How To Dispose of Your Christmas Tree
The shine of the tinsel has worn off and the eggnog-induced hangover has kicked in. The holiday season is over and it's time to embrace the remaining …
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December 07, 2017
The Science Behind a Christmas Tree
If you want to simply chop down a tree and hoist it up in your living room? Go ahead. However, if you're the type of person who can't help but wonder …
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November 24, 2017
Black Dirt Friday
Customers might stand in absurdly long lines. Discounted products will fly off shelves. But dirt still needs to be moved on Black Friday. At Peterson …
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August 24, 2017
Best Time to Seed Your Lawn
Summer is almost over, the kids are going back to school, and fall is just around the corner. But that doesn’t mean it’s too late to make some major …
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July 19, 2017
Quiz- Best Watering Techniques for Irrigation Systems
Are you proud of your backyard oasis? Think you're wise to smart irrigation? Test your knowledge on the best watering techniques by taking this quiz.
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July 06, 2017
What Is All That Rubber On Synthetic Turf Fields?
If you've ever been on a synthetic turf field, you probably noticed a bunch of small pellets on the surface. These pellets are the infill for …
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May 23, 2017
What to Consider Before Planting
Most landscape projects have a purpose and goal that needs to be achieved. Maybe it’s landscape privacy, or a relaxing backyard oasis, or to improve …
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May 04, 2017
Black Dirt, Mulch, & Rock for Sale
Primary tabs Our retail items are available for pick-up or home delivery Monday through Friday. Our materials on-hand include:
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January 19, 2017
Iron Enhanced Soil Blending Process
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November 30, 2016
Choose the Perfect Christmas Tree for the Holidays
It’s officially Christmas season! No more pumpkins or Black Friday shopping. Your main priority now is to find the perfect Christmas tree to …
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November 23, 2016
Make an Easy and Affordable Winter Planter
Snow and cold temps can be daunting when you think about winter planters. But don’t let the weather prevent you from having beautiful planters year …
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July 08, 2016
3 reasons to switch to an Irrigation System
An irrigation system is a luxury for many homeowners and their residential lawns, but the benefits from switching to one are enormous. Looking at the …
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