Aspen Tree and Turf LLC

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. 📲

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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. 🦃

11/25/2025

When the lower trunk looks scraped and stringy, that is usually deer rub. A buck has used your young tree as a scratching post, and that bark will not grow back.

Protect new plantings by adding a simple vented deer guard around the lower trunk in fall and winter, with a little space so it does not squeeze the bark. A few minutes now can save years of growth. 🌳🦌

11/24/2025

If your lawn didn't look its best this year, the soil may need some attention. Lime helps reset the pH so roots can take in nutrients again, and late fall is the ideal time for the application.

With Thanksgiving week here, it is also the last chance to take advantage of our 15% off lime treatments. The special ends this Thursday, 11/27.

Call Aspen Tree and Turf at (732) 928-5747 to get scheduled. 🌱

11/21/2025

Did you know a hidden pest could be damaging your Crape Myrtle right now? Now that the leaves are gone, we have a clear view of the bark. This is the moment to look for Crape Myrtle Bark Scale (CMBS).

Look closely for these early signs:
⚪ White, fuzzy spots (the scale insects themselves) visible on the bark of twigs and branches.
⚫ Sooty mold: A thick black layer of fungus growing on the insect's sticky residue.

CMBS is a rapidly spreading issue across New Jersey. Early detection during dormancy is crucial, as it allows our plant healthcare technicians to implement targeted, effective treatments for late winter and early spring. These proactive measures are designed to help restore the long-term health and vigor of your trees. 🌳

Seeing these symptoms? It's time to reach out. You can call us directly to speak with our plant healthcare team and schedule a professional diagnosis and treatment plan.
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11/19/2025

Noticing fresh bite marks on your arborvitae or missing buds on your holly? You’re not alone. Learn why deer feed more in late fall and how to keep them from turning your yard into a buffet. 🦌🌲

Read the full post:

Protect your evergreens this winter. Learn why deer feed more in late fall and how Aspen Tree and Turf keeps your landscape looking its best.

11/17/2025

Even if you’re not preparing for winter just yet, your landscape already is. As temperatures drop, soil chemistry begins to shift, evergreens start losing moisture through their leaves, and months of cold wind are on the way. 🌨️ A little preparation now can make a big difference later.

🌱 Lime Treatments help rebalance acidic New Jersey soils so nutrients stay available and roots stay strong. When soil pH drops too low, plants struggle to absorb what they need. A lime application helps restore that balance before winter dormancy sets in.

🌿 Anti-Desiccant Treatments give evergreens a protective coating that locks in moisture and reduces winter burn from cold, dry air. This helps prevent browning, needle drop, and that tired look many plants get by spring.

🦃 Now through Thanksgiving (11/27), get 15% off Lime and Anti-Desiccant Treatments when you book early. (Offer valid for new and unsigned work only. Not applicable to previously signed proposals.)

Give your landscape the protection it needs this season so it can thrive beyond winter. 🌱

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11/13/2025

When you see our sign, you know your landscape is taken care of this fall. 🌱

We are your reliable, neighborhood experts in tree, plant, and turf health. Give us a call today!
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