Aspen Tree and Turf LLC

01/14/2026

It may not be lawn treatment season, but how you treat your lawn still matters. These 3 simple winter habits can make a real difference in how your lawn comes back this spring. 🌱

01/08/2026

Your lawn may be dormant, but the soil and roots underneath are still responding to winter conditions. Freeze-thaw cycles, compaction, and soil health now affect spring green-up more than most people realize. Read our latest blog post to learn more. ⏬

Your lawn may look dormant in winter, but the roots are still active. Learn how soil health now impacts spring green-up in New Jersey.

01/06/2026

January in NJ is usually where color goes to die. While every other shrub in your yard is hunkering down and playing dead, Winter Heath is actively showing off. It doesn’t just tolerate the frost—it uses the snow as a backdrop. ❄️

The Homeowner Favorite: This isn't just another garden center shrub. Native to the rugged subalpine slopes of the Alps, Winter Heath was bred to survive the harshest conditions imaginable.

Homeowners love it because it’s a "set it and forget it" groundcover that actually rewards you during the bleakest months of the year. It stays tight to the earth and creates a dense evergreen mat that chokes out early spring weeds before they can even start.

🦌 Deer Resistant: They will typically walk right past it for something else.
❄️ Salt Tolerant: It handles the spray from your driveway or the street without browning out.
🪻 Winter Bloom: Those bells are real and they are at their peak right now.

Our winter property evaluations are open for January. Contact us to ensure your landscape is healthy and prepared for the season ahead. 🌱

12/23/2025

Happy Holidays from Aspen Tree and Turf! 🎄

Please note our office will be closed from December 24th through December 26th so our team can enjoy time with their families.

We will be back to work on Monday, December 29th. If you reach out while we are away, we will return your message as soon as we are back in the office.

Wishing you a safe, peaceful, and wonderful holiday! ❄️

12/22/2025

This past weekend we celebrated our team at our Christmas party and awards ceremony. 🎄 Here’s a little glimpse of the fun as we recognized hard work, dedication, and some big milestones. Stay tuned to see this year’s award winners and anniversaries we celebrated. 🌟

12/18/2025

Homeowners start noticing it in December and January, especially on boxwoods, hollies, rhododendrons, azaleas, and other broadleaf evergreens. 🌲

Winter burn shows up when cold, dry winds pull moisture from the leaves at a time when the roots cannot replace it. The result is uneven color that starts on the side facing the wind or strongest sun.

Here are the signs to look for:

✔️ Bronzing or yellowing on outer leaves
✔️ Dry, curled, or scorched leaf edges
✔️ Damage that is worse on the south or southwest side of the plant
✔️ Sections that look dull or dehydrated compared to healthy interior foliage

Winter burn looks alarming, but it does not always mean the plant is dying. Much of the time, new spring growth will fill in once the weather warms. Consistent watering before the ground freezes, proper mulching, and timely anti-desiccant treatments help reduce stress through the cold months.

If you are seeing winter burn or are unsure whether the damage is seasonal or something more serious, our team can take a closer look and guide you on next steps.

📞 (732) 928-5747
🔗 https://aspen-treeandturf.com/plant-healthcare/anti-desiccant-treatments/

12/15/2025

Winter may not be here on the calendar yet, but your trees and shrubs are already dealing with winter conditions. Frost, wind, and salt all start affecting plants weeks before the season officially begins. ❄️

Swipe to see four easy ways to give your landscape some protection before winter settles in for good. 📲

📞 (732) 928-5747
🔗 aspen-treeandturf.com

12/09/2025

Most people only think about lawn care when something looks off. Yellow spots, thinning patches, stubborn weeds. A quick treatment helps for a little while, but the same issues often creep back.

Our latest post explains why that happens and why so many lawn problems start in the soil long before you notice them on the surface. It also breaks down how a steady, year-round approach actually keeps a lawn healthier through our New Jersey seasons.

If you have ever wondered whether a lawn program is worth it, this gives a clear, down-to-earth look at how it makes a world of difference. 👇

A consistent lawn care program keeps your grass green, strong, and weed-free year after year. See why timing and expertise matter more than one-time fixes.

12/05/2025

Today is World Soil Day, which lines up perfectly with one of the most important steps you can take for your lawn this time of year: a lime treatment.

Most New Jersey lawns naturally drift acidic, especially with rainfall, leaves breaking down, and fall growth cycles. Lime helps bring the soil back into balance so your turf can actually use the nutrients it gets. Winter is the ideal time for this because lime works slowly and has the entire off-season to adjust the soil pH before spring growth returns. 🌱

If you haven't limed your lawn yet this season, now is the perfect window to get it done. Give us a call today! (732) 928-5747

12/05/2025

Today is World Soil Day, which lines up perfectly with one of the most important steps you can take for your lawn this time of year: a lime treatment.

Most New Jersey lawns naturally drift acidic, especially with rainfall, leaves breaking down, and fall growth cycles. Lime helps bring the soil back into balance so your turf can actually use the nutrients it gets. Winter is the ideal time for this because lime works slowly and has the entire off-season to adjust the soil pH before spring growth returns. 🌱

If you haven’t limed your lawn yet this season, now is the perfect window to get it done. Give us a call today! (732) 928-5747

12/01/2025

When the rest of the garden starts to lose its color, Japanese Andromeda, also known as Pieris, steps forward with red buds that hold through the cold months. Those buds formed in fall and stay on the plant all winter before opening into white, bell-shaped flowers in early spring. 🌼

Through winter, the plant keeps its evergreen foliage and the buds gradually deepen in color with colder weather. These red clusters are one of the easiest features to spot this time of year. One thing to note is that lacebugs love this shrub, and their damage is easiest to see now that new growth has stopped.

Japanese Andromeda prefers some protection from strong winter wind and grows best in acidic soil. Overall, it’s a reliable choice for New Jersey yards that need winter interest and early spring color.

✔️ Evergreen foliage through winter
✔️ Red buds that last all season
✔️ Early spring blooms
✔️ Prefers acidic soil

If you’re noticing stress on yours this season, our team can take a closer look. 🌱

11/27/2025

Wishing all our clients and neighbors a wonderful Thanksgiving! We are grateful for the opportunity to help keep your landscapes healthy and beautiful through every season. May your day be filled with health, happiness, and peace, surrounded by those you love. 🦃