Compost versus Topsoil in Your Yard

Posted on: 22 July 2021

Topsoil and compost are both components of quality garden and lawn soil. Understanding the differences and when to use each can help you grow a healthier yard. Topsoil Basics At its most basic, topsoil refers to the top few inches of soil in the yard. This layer tends to have a higher organic material content because this is where most rooting, plant growth, and microbial activity occurs within the soil. It is the layer where decaying leaves release nutrients and where worms and other soil life forms are most active.
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Tree Surrounds — Why Avoid Them And What To Do Instead

Posted on: 23 June 2021

A tree adds charm, texture, and structure to any landscape. But the tree itself can cause some logistical challenges when landscaping around it. Many people opt for tree surrounds — a tightly planted ring of color or greenery around the base of the tree — to make it more attractive. But should you use a tree surround? And if not, what alternatives may be better choices? Here's what you need to know.
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2 Reasons to Hire a Tree Service to Prune Your Trees

Posted on: 24 May 2021

If you have a lot of trees that you love but are overgrown and not looking their best, you want to do what you can to make sure that they are looking as good as possible. One way to do that is to work with a tree service and have them come prune your trees for you. There are several reasons why you should hire pruning services instead of trying to do it yourself.
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Scheduling Landscaping Stone Delivery for the Phases of Hardscaping Projects

Posted on: 16 April 2021

If you are planning hardscaping projects, you are probably going to need a lot of landscaping stones. The problem is that you may not have enough room for all the materials you need. Therefore, you are going to need to schedule the deliveries throughout the different phases of the project. The following landscaping stone information will help you schedule the delivery of materials for the different phases of your projects:
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