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Author: Alison Hoover

Alison is a Midwesterner through and through, and loves to spend her time baking and reading. Always at home in the dirt, as a kid, Alison raised a vegetable garden with her dad, and flower gardens with her mom.

What is a French Drain?

By Alison Hoover | Updated: February 10, 2023
Landscaping

If water is pooling near your trees, flower or vegetable gardens, a French drain system can redirect rain or snowmelt.  […]

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How to Get Rid of Cheatgrass

By Alison Hoover | Updated: April 26, 2024
General Lawn Care

You can try hand pulling it, pouring vinegar over it, and spraying it with herbicides, but cheatgrass often makes its […]

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Dangers of Cheatgrass

By Alison Hoover | Published: July 28, 2022
General Lawn Care

Most weeds are irritating, vexing, annoying, but cheatgrass is downright dangerous. Commonly called downy brome, this invasive grass is commonly […]

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What is Cheatgrass

By Alison Hoover | Updated: July 29, 2022
General Lawn Care

Cheatgrass just might be the most dangerous and invasive plant you’ve never heard of. It’s also known as downy brome, […]

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Home Improvements That Will Raise Your Property Value in Minneapolis

By Alison Hoover | Updated: January 10, 2022
Minneapolis, MN

It’s time to make some upgrades — give your home and property a breath of fresh air. Whether you’re planning […]

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How to Landscape With Evergreen Shrubs

By Alison Hoover | Updated: April 29, 2024
Landscaping

Like artwork, poetry, and music, yards and gardens should have a timeless, evergreen aesthetic. A well-landscaped yard should supply you […]

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A Checklist for New Homebuyers

By Alison Hoover | Updated: June 30, 2021
Resources

Making a new house into a home is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Beyond packing, cleaning, and unpacking, […]

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Tiny Trees 101: How to Care for Bonsai

By Alison Hoover | Updated: November 21, 2022
Tree care

Patience, simplicity, and the beauty of imperfections. These are the core principals of how to care for a bonsai tree, […]

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Signs Your Trees Need Pruning

By Alison Hoover | Updated: May 9, 2022
Tree care

As a property owner, you’ve probably experienced that moment during a storm where you look upon the trees and just […]

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How to Get Rid of Crabgrass in Your Yard

By Alison Hoover | Updated: April 25, 2024
General Lawn Care

How can you get rid of crabgrass in your yard? Your options include pulling the plants at their roots, applying […]

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