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Avatar for Olive Branch Garden Services & Landscaping
Olive Branch Garden Services & Landscaping
5.0(
19
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jesus arrived for free estimate, and after seeing the scope of work was available to being the project the same day. This was a general spring cleaning (leaf removal, hedge shrub trimming, weeding of bark covered yard areas, and the 3 workers were able to get through this in just over 1.5 hours. The work was fast, efficient, and exactly what we needed!"
Rodriguez Landscape Service
4.5(
32
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have found Rodriguez Landscape Service to be reliable and knowledgeable with excellent customer service. Gardeners have conscientiously worked at turning a somewhat overgrown yard into a neat, tidy, enjoyable garden again. The irrigation crew kept working on a faulty system until it finally seems to be working efficiently and effectively. In addition Raul and his crew are helpful, friendly and listen attentively when I share garden needs. I am very pleased and will continue to have Rodriguez Landscape Service maintain my yard monthly."
Response time1 day
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Falcon Landscape and Construction
4.9(
61
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Claudio is super responsive and helpful! He is not only helped with gutter clean but also clean the yard and clean the ground. Very lucky to have Claudio to help us with gutter cleaning!"
Sod Installation
Cleanup
Yard Makeover
Flower Planter Cleanup
Retaining Wall

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Response time2 hrs
Response rate99%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Central Cal Landscaping
4.9(
12
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He is very honest, and does excellent work, I use him all the time, highly recommend him. I am also a contractor and highly recommend him."
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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MND Landscaping
4.9(
21
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MND Landscaping did a wonderful job washing my moss-covered brick wall, the stained side walkways, the cement work in the back. and the driveway. There were a few spots that I was not satisfied with and he willingly redid them. I am very happy that everything looks so clean. Emmanuel is very conscientious and does excellent work. Very nice working with him."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Manicure Gardening Services
5.0(
7
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Sergio and his team are incredibly friendly, reliable, and professional, and they consistently go above and beyond to keep my yard and garden looking beautiful. Their attention to detail is truly impressive—they never rush the job and always leave everything looking perfect. It's clear they take great pride in their work, and it shows every single visit. Knowing I can count on them to show up on time and do such a thorough job gives me complete peace of mind. If you're looking for a landscaping team that genuinely cares about the quality of their work and treats your property with care, Sergio and his team are the ones to call. Highly, highly recommend!"
Response time9 hrs
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On Spot Landscaping
4.9(
9
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Luis responded to my request right away and gave me a fair price for clearing my yard. Communication was great and they did a great job! I would highly recommend them."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Leo's Green Gardener
3.5(
52
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Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Leo did a great job on our yard clean-up project at a good price. Excellent communication skills which was helpful as this was all done remotely on a second home where I was not present at all for the whole job. This involves a certain amount of trust that the job was done right and Leo sent good pictures of a job well done and there was no hesitation on my part to send the agreed upon payment. He was also very prompt and got the job done quickly within a short window of opportunity. I will looking to set up regular long term yard service with Leo."
Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Lawns questions, answered by experts

You cannot put anything you want into a rented dumpster, as there are significant restrictions on certain items.

Generally allowed items include:

  • Household Junk: Furniture, old linens, carpets, toys, small appliances, and excess trash.

  • Construction & Yard Debris: Wood, yard debris, roofing materials, old finishes, and other construction waste.

Commonly prohibited items include:

  • Hazardous Materials: Toxic waste, medical waste, dangerous chemicals, items with lead paint, and asbestos.

  • Flammables: Gasoline, oil, and fuel.

  • Specific Banned Items: Paint cans, electronics, batteries, tires, refrigerators, and hot water tanks.

Because rules can vary, you should always check with your specific dumpster rental company for their guidelines if you are unsure about an item.

To prepare your lawn for core aeration, water it the day before you aerate. (Alternatively, you can wait until it rains and aerate the following day.) Aerating after watering or a rainy day will make the process easier since you can penetrate moist soil better than dry soil. You should also flag your sprinklers so that you don’t accidentally hit them while aerating. If you have a lot of thatch buildup in your yard, you might need to dethatch your lawn before aerating as well.

The legality of blowing leaves into the street depends on your city or county laws. Many cities have codes that restrict blowing leaves into the street because it can obstruct the view of nearby drivers and make cars dirty, not to mention angering neighbors. Violations can result in a fine or other problems. You can check the codes on your municipal government website to learn more local guidelines, but avoid spraying leaves into streets for now.

Ultimately, pulling weeds vs. spraying them depends on what’s happening in your yard and your personal preferences. Manual weed removal doesn’t introduce any chemicals into your landscape, targets specific problematic plants, produces immediate results, can be free if you go the DIY route, and is inexpensive with a weed service if you only have a handful of weeds. On the other hand, spraying is often preferable for severe weed infestations and situations involving difficult-to-pull weeds because it treats multiple weeds at once, is usually more effective long-term, is less time-consuming, and costs less when done by a pro.

If you don’t remove a bush properly, it’ll come back each year. Removing the root system entirely is the only way to ensure the plant doesn’t have a chance to grow back. You can also use natural weed killers or you can choose to suppress the area with landscaping fabric. Additionally, consider planting alternative, non-invasive vegetation to deter the return of thorn bushes.

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