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How to prevent frost damage to plants in Arizona

Many people are surprised when they learn it gets cold enough in Phoenix to cause frost! Quite often between December and early into March nighttime temperatures can drop below freezing which can damage plants and trees if you do not take the proper precautions. Below are some general rules and guidelines

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Happy 4th of July!

Fourth of July is one of the holidays where Unique’s projects and special features are most appreciated by our clients (and their families!). We hope you are all swimming, grilling, entertaining and enjoying the spoils of your Unique custom backyard this weekend! We wish everyone a very HAPPY and SAFE

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Summer Recipes: The Perfect Salad Dressing

Summer is always a great time for entertaining friends and family, pool parties and cookouts. Many people like to eat ‘lighter’ with the heat and that means more salads and veggies. I don’t know about you but I tend to get bored with the common types of salad dressings (Italian,

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How to protect your trees from Monsoon wind damage

The Monsoon Season in Arizona typically spans from about mid June through the end of September. With the Monsoon come heavy rains, violently shifting winds, a spectacular display of thunder and lighting, and high humidity. The Arizona Monsoon also brings with it dust storms, and damaging “downbursts.” A “down burst”

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How to care for your pool during Monsoon Season in Arizona

In Arizona, we experience what is known as Monsoon, a season that is characterized by high temperatures, high winds, and high moisture, resulting in potentially deadly weather. Serious damage can occur from these high winds, or from debris being tossed by those high winds. Monsoon season typically starts around June

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Choosing proper plants for your landscape in Phoenix

Phoenix Arizona’s climate is characterized by low to medium moisture during the wet months and hot dry summers. This type of climate can make it difficult for homeowners to know and choose proper plants for their Phoenix Arizona landscape. Generally you will want a healthy combination of shade trees, flowery

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Phoenix Swimming Pool Maintenance Tips

With temperatures on the rise in Phoenix and swimming season upon us, here are some swimming pool maintenance tips on how to keep your swimming pool clean and its equipment functioning at its best. You can also spare yourself the expense of having to pay a Phoenix pool service company

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Spring Landscaping Phoenix: Bermuda Grass

Bermuda grass is a perennial grass that loves the warm sunny climate of Arizona making it the top choice for Phoenix lawn landscaping. Bermuda Grass grows easily from planted seed or sod and its creeping growth pattern provides excellent coverage. Maintenance and mowing of Bermuda grass is moderate adding to

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