DiSabatino Blog - Expert Landscaping Advice
Transform Your Old Tired Pool into an Oasis
August 22, 2017If your pool area has become worn cracked and overall uninviting, it might be time for a full makeover! Let DiSabatino transform your pool area into an inviting oasis that can make your backyard the envy of the neighborhood. Fall is a perfect time…
Time to Start Planning For Fall Plantings
August 8, 2017The soaring temperatures of summer mixed with plenty of humidity make the idea of fall foliage and plantings seem a long way off. Yet, there are those that prefer the bold strokes of red, yellow and purple that autumn brings. For them, now is the…
You’re Going to Be Impressed With This Landscape Transformation!
July 25, 2017With all the time spent during working hours trapped inside at a desk, why would you want to come home and lock yourself inside? Many of us wish our properties were more inviting and conducive to outdoor relaxation, gatherings or family dinners. A…
Early Detection is Key for Solving Landscaping Insect and Disease Infestations
July 11, 2017WARNING: This year is going to be a year of plant pest and diseases running rampant, as temperatures and moisture are ideal for breeding and spreading them. Â Add to that the fact that the past mild winter also allowed for carry over of insect…
Cheaper Isn’t Always Better – The DiSabatino Difference
June 21, 2017Cheaper Isn’t Always Better Is cheaper really better? When it comes to the investment you make in the landscape around your home, the answer is NO. At DiSabatino Landscaping, our design consultants take pride in creating plans that fit your,…
The Top 10 Benefits of Installing an Outdoor Sports Court for Your Delaware Residence
June 6, 2017Whether you are a current competing athlete or simply want to maintain your physical fitness and prowess, why not consider creating your own personal sports court in your own back yard? Think of the numerous benefits to you and your family having…
Check Out Our Before/After Pictures of DuHadaway Property
May 23, 2017Our professional landscape team created this gorgeous outdoor living space for the DuHadaway property in Wilmington, Delaware. They removed the old slate patio, installed a new one, cleaned out stagnant pond, layered rocks to create sides ;…
Patio Care Tips From DiSabatino Landscaping
May 9, 2017https://youtu.be/UFtDqDizg_I Have you invested in a stained, stamped, stenciled, exposed aggregate or integrally colored concrete outdoor surface? Patio Care Tips: How to Clean and Maintain Decorative Concrete When properly maintained, these…
DiSabatino Landscaping Transforms an Outdoor Living Space
April 18, 2017Now that the mild weather is back in town, Delaware Valley residents are starting to emerge from their homes to enjoy the outdoors. Lawns are starting to green up,  perennials are poking through those freshly mulched beds, shrubs and trees are –…
Effects of a Late Freeze on Blooming Shrubs & Trees You Might Not Know
April 4, 2017A Warm Winter cuts both ways. Â While this past winter was good on our energy bills, it was a bit confusing to dormant trees and shrubs. Washington D.C. saw the earliest bloom ever of its famous cherry blossom trees. It was 10 days ahead of the…
Get a Jump on Spring With These 7 Plant and Tree Care Tips
March 20, 2017Get a Jump on Spring With These 7 Plant and Tree Care Tips Sure, it felt like spring a few weeks back. However, this week has abruptly returned us to the realities of winter. As I scrape that last bit of snow off the driveway, I am not fooled. I…
Watering Tips from DiSabatino Landscaping in Delaware
February 21, 2017Check Out Our Watering Tips Spring will soon be arriving and those of us at DiSabatino Landscaping are looking ahead to help make your outdoor living area beautiful and inviting! We thought this instructional video on 'Best Watering' practices for…
Best of Delaware 2017 is Here! 5 Reasons to Vote DiSabatino Landscaping
February 7, 2017DiSabatino Landscaping has been providing outstanding landscaping services, beautiful outdoor living space designs and installations for the last 20 years. We are a local family-owned Delaware business and are excited to be in the running for the  
7 Reasons to Install a Fire Pit This Winter
January 24, 2017Most of us would not think winter as an optimal time to install a fire pit, however   CST or EP Henry Segmental Fire Pit Kits can be easily installed on a crushed compact base any time of the year. Similarly, a custom designed fire pit can be…
How to Protect Trees & Shrubs From Winter Damage
January 10, 2017Delaware winters often treat us to harsh conditions that can be just as hard on our landscaping as it is on our skin. Winter winds, freezing temperatures and sun can severely damage trees and shrubs. Cold temperatures can dehydrate and desiccate…
How to Winterize Ponds and Other Water Features
December 20, 2016Ponds, water fountains, waterfalls and other water features should be properly winterized in order to protect and prevent freezing pipes and cracking foundations during the winter. As a homeowner, you invest a great deal of money on these ambient.…
Is Your Landscape Ready for Winter?
December 6, 2016The cold season has arrived and winter weather is on the horizon. You’ve spent a lot of money making your landscape beautiful.  Now, be sure to protect that investment by making sure your property is ready for winter. The cold temperatures,…
Protect Your Trees and Shrubs this Winter
November 15, 2016Tips for Using Anti-desiccants and Dormant Oils Trees and shrubs suffer major stress during the dormant season of freezing temperatures, heavy snow, strong winds and ice storms. Believe it or not, during this time, water loss is the most common…
Fall Means Fire Pits
November 2, 2016Outdoor living is one of the most popular trends in home design. Many homeowners are extending the square footage with an inviting outdoor escape. And the options to choose from are endless. These hardscaped and landscaped combinations of patios,…
Save Your Ash! Emerald Ash Borer has been confirmed in Delaware
October 18, 2016Emerald Ash Borer (E.A.B.) has been confirmed in Delaware, spreading its range of threat to our neighborhoods and communities. Exhaustive efforts are being employed to try and save populations of Ash trees throughout the country, meaning there is…