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Landscaping Guys
4.8(
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Amazing!!! The landscaping guys team was quick, thorough, and made my yard look amazing! They gave great follow on instructions and I'm ready to hire them again!"
Trim and mulch
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Trim and mulch
Sprinkler install

+38

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Rocket City Landscape & Lawn Care LLC
4.9(
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simply Outstanding! Prompt, courteous and professional. Performed trees and shrubs trimming and removed dead shrubs. Hauled away debris and cleaned flower beds, driveway, street and sidewalk. I strongly recommend Rocket City Landscape and I will definitely use them for my future landscape needs."
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Madison Landscape

+4

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excel Lawn Care
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used Excel Lawncare for years and they are truly the best. They do lawncare and yard work in an efficient manner and are always professional and courteous. The price is good and they are always on time. Jasper runs this business very well!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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All American Vidal Contracting LLC
4.4(
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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Customers say: Quick response

"Vidal Landscaping did an excellent job repairing my patio pavers. They were responsive to my questions and comments and were willing to make adjustments to do things exactly the way I wanted. Working with Vidal was a pleasure. He is honest and fair."
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Brussels paver walk

+18

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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White Shovel Inc
4.1(
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Went well, some plants were needing attention due to insects. They replaced those. So far all is well with the plants. The crew were hard working and professional. Looks beautiful! ?"
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Beautiful bracketed center piece raises canopy to prevent travel area shrubs from growing on each other for years to come

+42

Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Outdoor Elegance, Inc.
4.5(
51
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Serving Madison, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jeff and his crew were great. We had a couple companies come out and give us estimates but they seemed to be "guessing" on how best to install a retaining wall to stop erosion. Jeff knew exactly what we needed. They were effecient and cleaned up quickly. The ONLY knock I would have was they worked so quickly, they already had the all the sod laid before I could make sure the dirt had been racked out evenly. We have a few high and low spots in the yard. Otherwise a perfect job! Definitely would use again and recommend to friends."
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Quarry Stone (TM) steps

+35

Response time7 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

The best landscaping for a septic drain field is shallow-rooted grass or native vegetation that helps prevent soil erosion while allowing water to evaporate efficiently. Avoid planting trees, shrubs, or deep-rooted plants near the drain field because the roots can infiltrate pipes and cause blockages. Using mulch or gravel sparingly can also help retain moisture and protect the system without restricting airflow.

Unless it only rains once in a blue moon where you live, you’re going to want water-loving plants in your garden bed or pot. A few ideas for plants that aren’t super fast-growing (meaning they’re good in pots or near foundations) and can handle a lot of standing water include: 

  • Acorus (Sweet flag)

  • Colocasia esculenta (Taro or elephant ear): In many climates, these are annuals, making them less desirable because you need to adjust the chain again after each replant.

  • Equisetum scirpoides (Dwarf horsetail rush): non-dwarf varieties of horsetail are fast growers and can take over quickly.

  • Juncus effusus (Curly rush)

  • Osmunda regalis (Royal fern): Royal fern can grow quickly but can also handle being crowded, making them good container plants.

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

If you choose to leave gaps between your pavers, you can grow some ground cover plants between them for an organic feel. Look for plants such as creeping thyme, dymondia, jewel mint of Corsica, or clover.

Many ways to landscape a steep slope on a budget exist. Avoiding expensive retaining wall construction is the first step. Consider creating a rocky slope with boulders or large stones, or think about planting perennials that return every year with a single investment. Transplanting small trees from elsewhere on your property is also possible and can help to stabilize steep slopes without purchasing new ones. 

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