Spring Pest Management – Grasshoppers
Grasshoppers will feed on just about anything, from flowers to grass, fruits, vegetables, and even weeds. But how do they Impact your yard?
Garden Design – Creating a Main Focus in a Garden
Add drama and interest to your garden by creating high-impact and eye-catching focal points.
Spring Landscaping Checklist
As we approach spring, here’s your checklist of things to consider over the coming month to get your yard in great shape.
Perennials – Some Fun Facts!
Perennials come in many shapes and sizes. Here are some fun facts about these amazing plants.
Too Much Mulch?
When properly applied, mulch can be beneficial to your landscape to retain moisture and reduce weed growth. However, a build-up of excessive mulch or an over-application can cause problems for plants.
Watering Tips for Newly Installed Plants
Newly installed plants need to be properly watered. Here are a few tips to help your new plants thrive.
Welcome the Season with Festive Front Entryway Decor for the Holidays!
Whether you’re a seasoned decorator or a newcomer to holiday embellishments, Shorb’s expert designers will help you create a welcoming and spirited entrance that sets the tone for a season of celebration.
Fall is the Best Time to Plant Bulbs for Spring Blooms
Even though the weather is beginning to cool down, this does not mean it is time to give up on gardening. In fact, fall is actually the best time to plant bulbs for spring blooming.
Transitioning to Electric Lawn Care Equipment
Thanks to advances in battery technology in recent years, Shorb is now making the transition to electric lawn and maintenance products!
Snow Removal Services
Shorb is one of Washington DC’s most reliable snow removal contractors for HOAs, Condominiums, and Commercial and Government properties.
Plants to Help Deter Deer from your Spring Garden
Whether you are a gardener or not, spring is a season to love and appreciate. Temperatures warm up, days grow longer, and many of the local flowers and trees are in full bloom. However, we aren’t the only ones who appreciate the spring flora. Hungry deer can venture into our yards to feast on newly […]
LCA Honorable Mention Award for Commercial Maintenance
A “Grande Dame” of Connecticut Avenue This historic building was constructed in 1927, opened as a rental in 1928 and converted to a co-op in 1967. The building occupies the entire frontage on Connecticut Avenue between Wyoming Avenue and Kalorama Road and crowns one of the highest points in the city. The eclectic detailing of […]
Distinction Award for Residential Maintenance
Outdoor “Rooms” Highlight Nature and Art The lot for this contemporary home built in 1968 and updated with a new pool house in 2007 was chosen because of its natural setting. Favored with a deep front yard and backing up to a forested area, the grounds really takes prominence. Stands of mature trees frame the […]
LCA Grand Award for Residence in Bethesda
When the clients moved into this home, it had a very bland, builder-grade landscaping. They wanted to create a more gracious entry and welcoming approach to the house while still retaining the expansiveness of the lawn. While they had good screening in the rear, they needed additional evergreen screening along the left side of the […]
LCA Grand Award for Outdoor Living
This cozy townhouse nestled into a quiet residential street has a deceptively large back garden on two levels. For the front, the owners wanted to upgrade the entrance to make it more inviting but also more formal and fitting with the New Deco architecture and the full house renovation. In the back, where the cozy […]
A Residence in NW DC
Unique Challenges Bring Creative Solutions A small yard in NW DC presented a number of challenges with access being key. The builder had already installed the pool, driveway and a small patio. Access was difficult because of the existing pool and tight property lines; the rear neighbor discovered that their fence was in the wrong […]
