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V&M Landscaping
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had V&M landscaping do the following yard projects and they delivered a great product on time and as requested. We are happy with their excellent customer service and we are planing on hiring them again!!! 1.Nice modern paver walkway w/Mexican beach pebbles Decorative concrete mow strip for lawn 2.Modern horizontal wood fence with gate. 3.Retainer wall for a beautiful long planter with six Eugenias plants 4.Place driveway gravel 5.Sprinklers replacement of front and back yard"
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Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic! All work was completed to my great satisfaction. The crew was skilled and they were personable and professional. The owners were excellent communicators and very efficient. I would not hesitate to hire Silverstone Landscaping again."
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Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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MND Landscaping
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Emmanuel did an excellent job cleaning our gutters and solar panels. He worked in tough conditions (rain and wind) and managed to get everything spotless. He showed up on time, worked diligently until the job was completed and thoroughly cleaned up when he was finished. We would highly recommend him for this job and will be calling on him again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kev N Cal Home Services
5.0(
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had new tenants moving into my rental property and hired them to clean the place before they moved in. They did a great job and left everything looking clean and ready for the new tenants. They were professional, showed up on time, and made the whole process easy. Really happy with the work they did and I?ll definitely be using them again!"
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Rodriguez Landscape Service
4.5(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our project included leveling of the ground, installation of new irrigation, gopher wire and topsoil and sod installation. The crew started on time and completed the work on schedule in a very professional manner. Highly recommended."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Velasco Landscaping
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Velasco Landscaping did an amazing job installing pavement at my property! From start to finish, the team was professional, efficient, and detail-oriented. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and the finished pavement looks fantastic—clean lines, solid craftsmanship, and it’s built to last. They were respectful of the space, cleaned up thoroughly after the job, and completed everything on time. I highly recommend Velasco Landscaping for anyone looking for top-notch paving work and reliable service. Definitely a 5-star experience!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Stevenson's Landscaping, Inc.
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We live on a hill in very rainy Scotts Valley and had three redwood retaining walls that were failing. David Stevenson and his crew replaced all three -- two with concrete blocks, one with wood -- for a reasonable price. They also updated our sprinkler system. They were very efficient, highly professional and always gave us notice of days and times they would be working (and actually did work those days and times). We will use them for future projects and have already recommended them to friends in Ben Lomond."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

A light layer of mulch can help protect a tree, retain moisture, and keep the soil healthy. However, it’s important to avoid over-mulching or piling the mulch up around the trunk of a tree, a practice notoriously called “volcano mulching.” That piled mulch can increase the chances of rot and disease on the tree trunk as well as overwhelming the soil, which needs access to a certain amount of air. Topped trees have it hard enough: mulch sparingly while they heal.

You should add 1 to 4 inches of mulch, depending on your garden type and needs. Keep in mind that no amount of mulch can completely prevent weeds, but a heavier coverage (closer to 4 inches) can suppress weeds enough that you are only seeing them sprout every few weeks. Finer mulch prevents weeds more effectively than large mulch, so if you’re using mulched leaves or shredded bark, 1 to 2 inches will likely suffice, while 3 to 4 inches is best for larger mulch, like bark chips or straw.

Yes, it is possible to add too little mulch. Anything less than 1 inch will likely result in too little coverage around your plants, allowing weeds to grow through and minimizing the positive effects that a deeper bed of mulch would have, like maintaining proper soil moisture and insulating the ground.

The hydroseed mix—known as a slurry—helps grass seed take root in many ways. Water combines with the mulch, allowing the grass seed to stay moist while grounded in the soil. The extra fertilizer then provides the boost the seed needs to flourish. In just a few weeks, you'll be ready to break out the lawnmower again.

Yes, pea gravel is good for driveways as long as your driveway isn’t built on a hill or any type of slope where it can slide. It’ll settle on a flat surface and create a suitable driveway over time, though some spreading initially will take place. If you're wondering how to make a gravel driveway in a high-rainfall area, using pea gravel could help you to cut down on costs needed for extra drainage solutions.

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