What goes down first, topsoil or mulch?

• <div><p>Topsoil should go down first. If the topsoil is next to your house, make sure the grade slopes away from the house to keep water from pooling against your foundation and possibly leaking into your basement or crawl space. Don’t cover your decorative landscape mulch with topsoil as that defeats the purpose of laying down the mulch. If you’re trying to create a certain <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-you-improve-plant-growth-start-improving-your-soil.htm">soil composition to improve plant growth</a>, you’ll likely want compost mixed into the topsoil instead of mulch. Over time, any decorative wood mulch will simply decompose under the topsoil. </p></div>

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Q: When should mulch be laid?

• <div><p>There are two main times of the year to spread mulch&mdash;mid-spring and late fall. Spring mulching protects new seedlings as the soil warms up and the rainy season begins. Fall mulching insulates the soil and regulates its temperature as the first frosts arrive. </p></div>

Q: What materials are best for different climates?

• <div><p>Durable materials suited for climate include aluminum for coastal areas or composite wood in varying environments for durability and minimal upkeep.</p></div>

Q: Can you get a custom gravel color?

• <div><p>Yes, you can custom-color your gravel if you&rsquo;d like. Use an acrylic- or oil-based paint designed for outdoor use, and apply sealant to protect it from the elements. Some companies offer customized color gravel, either mixing the colorant in a cement mixer with gravel or using industrial mixers to dye, paint, or color it.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain a gravel driveway?

• <div><p>Regular maintenance involves raking or leveling out any displaced gravel, filling in low spots, and adding fresh gravel as needed to help prevent potholes and ruts. If you live in an area with heavy rain, checking the drainage and reinforcing the edges periodically can help prevent erosion.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2023
River was a very kind and professional young man. He did a great & very neat job. Would recommend him to anyone in the Central AR area.
Rivers Mulching
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Reviewed in August 2018
Working with Brian Jones was professional and prompt from the first phone call to his departure after all the work was performed; His estimate was much lower than another estimate but what impressed me was his integrity. He was honest up-front and his recommendations made perfect sense; he...
Jones Landscaping and Lawn Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2014
I really struggled with in the past but now they are super. They are doing a great job. The work is ongoing. They have just begun but they are doing a real good job. I am very pleased with them. Actually, their price is pretty competitive. I live in a rural area and they have got a fair amount...
M & D Lawn Care, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2011
Excellent! The communication from start and throughout with Paragon went smoothly and very well. Our yard has been maintained since we bought the home, but we never could find a company that wanted to go the extra mile so to speak, by listening to our concerns, addressing them politely ,...
Paragon Ridge LLC
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Reviewed in September 2006
They are very reputable in this area and my family has used them in the past and recommended them to me. They did an awesome job and they were quick and timely. They were very trustworthy and easy to talk to. They were professional with their work and I was pleased with the ending results.
LANGSTON LAWN & LANDSCAPING
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Reviewed in May 2015
I used Poppy's once before and decided to ask him for a quote to put a sprinkler system in and sod the yard with St. Augustine grass. We accepted the bid that included RPZ to prevent back flow, a sprinkler control valve, top soil and sod. As expected the project went very well and before I...
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Reviewed in August 2012
They backed up from storms or the bad weather so that was the reason why they cannot make it on the day they should be coming. Their price is a little bit higher than the others but they do a good job.
Cuttin' It Close Lawn & Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2011
They are minor things, but I really enjoy using MM because they 1) they allow you pay by invoice and 2) I can just shoot Mike a text asking when they can get to me and to put me on the calendar. No need spending a lot of time tracking them down and getting a time scheduled, etc. Text them and...
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