You’ve been Pinning and suddenly get the urge to throw a fun, but creative outdoor fall party. Funny how Pinterest gets in your head! Well, thanks to Pinterest there are literally thousands of party ideas for fall. The decorations that can be made are endless. You almost have to decide a theme first or you will want to make everything you see! First of all what is the theme? Leaves? Pumpkins? Apples? Sure, those can actually be part of the decoration. But, what theme? Hmmm…so hard to choose.

What about a wiener roast? That’s a laid back and fun theme! What do we need to make that come together? The grocery item list needs started:

Hot Dogs

Buns

Condiments

Marshmallows

Chocolate Bars

Graham Crackers…

…Okay that’s good so far. What else?

Drinks:

Apple Cider

Bottled Water

Cans of a variety of beverages

…Still, doesn’t seem like much. Do we have side dishes?

Potato Salad

Potato Chips

Baked Beans

Popcorn

Donuts

Pumkin Bread

Cheese and Crackers…

…Not bad! Maybe we can add to it by asking guests to bring their favorite side dish or dessert! Okay, that’s taken care of!

Now, we need to be sure our guests have places to sit. Do we bring in stacks of hay to sit on? What about big logs around the fire? Oh, that reminds me, we need to whittle sticks for the hot dogs and marshmallows. That’s fun and rustic! We need plates, napkins and cups to serve everything in. Let’s not forget the utensils. Maybe we can pick out a cute fall theme of colorful items to match a table cloth that the food is on?

What if our guests get cold if they aren’t standing by the fire? I know! I saw it on Pinterest! We could get inexpensive blankets, roll them up with a rope and display them in a basket with a sign that says “snuggle up!” Yeah! I like that!

What about the table and yard decorations? Pumpkins are always colorful! Mums! Let’s not forget them! I think we also need to locate some corn stalks as a tall décor. Maybe put a large plaid bow around them. Like I said before…the possibilities are endless! I better go back on Pinterest to see what crafts I can create to add more fun to the theme! Have fun with your party! Happy pinning!

Here's some practical advice in preparing for winter.

New Tree Installations

Fall is an excellent time to install new trees. Installed properly, they will acclimate to their new environment and will be ready to produce new growth in the spring. Proper installation of a new tree includes a hole at least 50% larger than the root ball and at a depth that produces a slight mounding effect when the tree is put in place. Aerating the surrounding soil is also a good idea, because it allows water and other nutrients to reach the root system. Finally, a fertilization program will supplement existing nutrients and will help your tree get a good start at its new location.

Care for Established Trees

Aerating the surrounding soil, fertilization, and mulching are also important for established trees. This is particularly the case if the surrounding soil is compacted or of poor quality. At McCullough’s, we use an Air Spade which aerates the soil to a depth of 8” – 10” without injury to the root system. We then add natural, environmentally friendly fertilizer in amounts that will produce the best results.

Firewood Supplies

McCullough’s is very proud of its commitment to recycling. The trees we remove are converted to firewood or mulch. We offer firewood for sale at both our Granville and Zanesville locations. We can also arrange a delivery for you.

Snow and Ice Removal for Businesses and Commercial Property Owners

McCullough’s welcomes the opportunity to help solve your winter snow & ice management problems. Why lay awake at night thinking about how to deal with a winter weather emergency the next morning? We’ll implement a competitive plan and will often have your property cleared before the local authorities clear the roads. This will allow your employees, vendors and customers to access your business or rental property under safe conditions. Our team of experts can be counted on to monitor emerging weather patterns and be on the job to service your property when it counts the most!

We would welcome the opportunity to service your property throughout the year, providing you with one resource to maintain your property for tree care and snow removal.