Benefits of Mulching

Pugh's Earthworks Mulching Provides Numerous Benefits Why is mulching important? Increased amounts of organic matter will improve soil tilth and drainage, increase soil moisture retention, reduce soil compaction, and attract earthworms. Because organic mulches decompose, they need to be replaced. Depending on the type of mulch used, replacement intervals vary from one to four years. If your business is ready for a new round of mulch please give us a call so we can get you on our schedule.

By |2018-04-07T16:05:47+00:00October 26th, 2017|Categories: Landscape Magazine, Mulch, Pugh's Earthworks|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Benefits of Mulching

We Have Added New Faces In Our Memphis Office

Welcome a few new faces to our Memphis team! Alicia Thompson is our new customer service representative. If you give us a call you will likely get her on the phone first. She is great and we are lucky to have her. Russell Holloway is also new to us and he will be working as an account manager. He's out and about all day and you very well may see him on your property. Last but not least, Josh Long has been with us as a spray technician but recently was moved to the position of account managers. Be sure to welcome these new faces (and voices) when you see them! Pugh's Earthworks has offices in Memphis, Nashville, Little Rock, Jackson MS and Jackson TN. We have openings for field technicians in all of our offices. Fill out and submit this form if you are interested in a career with us.

By |2018-04-07T17:16:00+00:00June 8th, 2017|Categories: Employment Opportunities, Pugh's Earthworks, Uncategorized|Tags: , |Comments Off on We Have Added New Faces In Our Memphis Office

Container Gardens Make Properties More Attractive

Container gardens make a lovely addition around entrances and in places where a little greenery is needed to soften and decorate. Bedding plants including annuals, perennials, small shrubs and ornamental trees make excellent mixes for container gardening. Rule of thumb is to have a tall plant in the center and draping flora around the edges. Fill in other areas with a combination of blooming and green plants keeping in mind not to over crowd the planter and drown out some of the mix. Pugh's Earthworks maintains these container gardens on some of our properties where there is enough water and shade to keep them beautiful all summer long.

By |2018-04-07T16:11:45+00:00June 7th, 2017|Categories: Landscaping, Potted Plants, Pugh's Earthworks|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Container Gardens Make Properties More Attractive

Annual Fertilization Going On Now

Springtime in Memphis, Nashville, Little Rock, Jackson MS and Jackson TN are all ready to get annual color installations. Color (bedding plants) are warm accents that make commercial properties more inviting and have the curb appeal businesses are looking for. The end of April in southern climates is the perfect time for adding bedding plants to landscape beds. Flowers add color and texture and richness to landscaped areas. Late spring is also time to apply fertilizer to turf for maximum growth all summer long. Strong and healthy turf requires the proper blend of nutrients. At Pugh's Earthworks, we take great pride in keeping our properties green all summer long.

By |2018-04-07T16:17:53+00:00April 28th, 2017|Categories: Feed Your Lawn, Landscaping, Pugh's Earthworks|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Annual Fertilization Going On Now

Spring Conference Rolls Out Technology Advancements at Pugh’s Earthworks

Technology was the theme of the 2017 Spring Conference and season kick off. Our annual spring conference was an exciting time and much was learned. We all learned a lot about some hi-tech new software we are using that will make our company much more efficient. Technology, planning and effort equal time management and efficiency.  A great BIG THANK YOU goes out to all of our sponsors that helped make our trip happen. SiteOne, Kubota, Dixie Rents, BWI, Kalb Equipment, Glass Doctor, Bank 3, Isuzu, Jones Green Houses, Neely Coble Company, and Alternative Energy Products. Photos below include group shots from our Little Rock offices, Memphis office, Nashville office,  and our Jackson MS office.

By |2018-04-07T17:19:07+00:00February 27th, 2017|Categories: Pugh's Earthworks|Tags: , |Comments Off on Spring Conference Rolls Out Technology Advancements at Pugh’s Earthworks

How To Properly Care For Crape Myrtle’s

Topping trees is almost always wrong and harmful, but when it comes to doing this to the lovely crape myrtle, it's referred to as 'Crape Murder'. This practice is done by home owners and some landscapers alike, most likely due to misinformation and seeing their peers doing this practice as well. A lot of pruning efforts are culture based and not based on the science of horticulture. While the name implies that the tree will die from this act, it's a very resilient species. What this practice actually does is to keep the tree from reaching it's beautiful potential. When pruned properly, the Crape Myrtle has a vase shape that accentuates it's beautiful blooms and satiny bark. It's one of the South's most versatile landscaping trees. The most common reason for pruning these hearty trees is that they have gotten too tall for their space. In that instance, it's better to replace the trees with plants that fit the space better and transplant the crape myrtle to a better area where they can grow and shine. To properly prune these 'lilacs of the south' follow these simple steps: Remove the suckers from the bottom of the tree. Remove broken, crossed or diseased limbs. If two limbs are crossed, remove the weaker of the two. Prune just the tips of the branches to remove the old blooms. When blooms are removed another blooming may occur. Thin out the small, twiggy growth to allow air to circulate in the canopy of the tree. If a previous landscaper has committed this crime, there are measures that can be taken to return the tree to it's beautiful potential. It will take years but can be done by cutting the tree back within one to two inches of the ground. When new shoots emerge, select 3 to 5 of the strongest branches on each trunk and remove the others. After 3 - 5 years of growth the tree will be back to it's lovely shape with branches full of blooms. Whether in Memphis, Nashville, Little Rock or Jackson the crape myrtle is a staple of landscape design.

By |2018-04-07T16:24:32+00:00February 7th, 2017|Categories: Landscaping, Pugh's Earthworks|Tags: , , |Comments Off on How To Properly Care For Crape Myrtle’s

Our Drainage Experts Keep Your Landscape Flowing Properly

Water is the most powerful force on earth. It's damaging powers can wreak havoc on your property. Drainage work for commercial properties is one of our specialties at Pugh's Earthworks. Our goal is to keep your properties safe, beautiful and operating efficiently. If you have a problem area that needs help with rain water flow, we are here for you. Contact us and we will send our drainage expert out to take a look. As spring nears, rainfall will increase. Now is the time to address any potential drainage problems.

By |2018-04-07T16:41:18+00:00January 23rd, 2017|Categories: Landscape Drainage, Landscaping, Pugh's Earthworks|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Our Drainage Experts Keep Your Landscape Flowing Properly
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