Lenz Blog
Vegetable Gardens: A Primer for First-Time Growers in the PNW
Growing your own vegetables can be rewarding. From the convenience of cooking with a tomato right off the vine to snipping some fresh cilantro to drop into a dish, you will reap the rewards of your work for years to come. Planning and preparation are critical to your...
Compost: Natural Nutrition for Your Soil
Our soil health faces challenges that impact everything from wildlife and waterways to the air we breathe. Deforestation, urbanization, farming practices, and other human actions contribute to soil degradation, endangering our planet and its atmosphere. However, a...
Benefits of Companion Planting
Companion planting benefits raised garden beds by supporting soil health and providing a natural solution to pest management.
Raised Garden Beds: Tips for Beginners
Raised garden beds are a popular option for growers, and it’s no wonder: they are versatile, require less weeding than in-ground gardens, make it easy to maintain water levels, and they can fit in virtually any space – with or without a yard. If you haven’t tried one...
Get Ahead of Spring Weed Control with Mulch
Weeds: one of a grower’s worst nightmares. These unwelcome pests not only invade your garden beds but can also threaten plant growth. While your landscape and gardens may be dormant in the winter, tending to your soil now to get ahead of weed control with mulch can...
Spring Ahead: Start Seed Planning Now
Growing plants from seeds can be both satisfying and cost-effective, and it may help stave off winter doldrums as we head towards spring. Plus, starting your seeds indoors now can extend your growing season so you can enjoy the fruits (and vegetables and flowers) of...
Holiday Plants Aren’t Just for the Holidays
Picture it: The bright leaves of a poinsettia serving as a core part in your holiday décor. Or a robust stalk with Amaryllis blooms commanding attention from across the room. A Christmas Cactus bursting with prolific flowers. It’s no wonder these plants and others are...
7 Tips to Make Sure Your Yard and Garden is Winter-Weather Ready
While Wintertime in the Pacific Northwest is fairly temperate compared to other areas in the country, it is still necessary to protect your plants and grass during the dormancy period. The good news is that with just a few simple steps, you can help your plants and...
Top 5 Reasons to Green Recycle Your Yard Debris This Fall
As the leaves turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, and the crisp autumn air settles in, we’re reminded that it’s time to tackle some seasonal property maintenance. While raking leaves and trimming back branches may not be the most exciting fall activities,...
5 Fall Projects For Your Property
Apple cider, pumpkins… and property maintenance?? No matter where you live in the U.S., fall is an ideal time to address a number of needs around your property. But if you call western Washington your home, fall chores are particularly important for getting your yard...