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Avatar for Brothers Landscape
Brothers Landscape
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Retaining Wall - InstallArchitect - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape+14 more

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a complete landscape redo for our residence. The project included fencing and painting, repair redwood deck and paint, install pavers and fire pit, remove grass and install synthetic turf, large tree removal, hedge removal, destruction and removal of sidewalk and replacement with pavers, replacement of lawn with decorative rock and succulents/cactus, complete irrigation overhaul and installation of drip system, install landscape lighting. Luis is a stickler for detail and made sure the job was done right. He is great to work with and his crew are professional and courteous."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping
4.8(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenDesigner - LandscapeLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business+9 more

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Juan and his team did a ton of work removal of weeds and waste then they transformed my yard with concrete pebbles and turf. They were great to work with and addressed all my needs. I recommend them for any yard work they will get it done and you will be happy with the results"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Artistic Illumination
5.0(
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Outdoor Lighting - Plan and InstallOutdoor Lighting - Repair

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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Warranties offered

"I had landscape lighting in my backyard where the wires were cut accidentally. Carlos came out from Artistic Illumination and quickly fixed the problem, but he went over to each light, inspected the connections and replaced the ones that were initially installed cheaply. He was very thorough. I was impressed with the service."
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+28

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Golden Landscape Construction & Management
5.0(
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Sod - InstallLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business+1 more

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Although I was meeting with several potential landscapers, I knew I would hire Steve from the beginning. He was just as enthusiastic about my project as I was. I was struggling over an exact plan and he came in with expertise, knowledge, experience and confidence. I received a beautiful, professional visual and detailed written proposal for my landscape committee. After it was approved, everything went exactly the way Steve said it would. There were no problems or issues. He and his crew were on time and efficient. When they were done, I had a beautiful addition to my yard and they left behind a clean work site. It was unbelievable, really. I was and still am very pleased."
Valley Center Project
Labyrinth
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Landscape

+9

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Island Landscape
4.7(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was nice to find a gardening service that would do more than cut grass and leaf blower. They are skilled at trimming, neatening up, and fully maintaining landscaping. They follow directions to the letter."
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+13

Response time3 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Lion Landscape
5.0(
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Drywell - Construct or RebuildRetaining Wall - Install

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Lion Landscape did an awesome job on our backyard slope and our front yard. They finished the work in a timely manner, were always courteous, on time, and respectful of us and our neighbors. They were diligent in their work and made good suggestions as problems arose. We definitely will use them on future projects."
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+16

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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TROPICAL LANDSCAPE CONNECTION
4.6(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenArchitect - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape+9 more

Serving Carlsbad, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Filemon was professional, courteous, flexible, accommodating & most of all excellent in quality of work. We could not be more pleased with the end result! Filemon and his crew worked hard and left a clean and tidy worksite everyday and completed the work before schedule and to our great satisfaction. We highly recommend Filemon for any landscaping work. Thank you Filemon and team!! Shri & family."
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Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

A scattering of leaves won’t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That’s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.

The best type of rock for landscaping depends on your specific project and needs, as different rocks are suited for different applications. For covering large areas or creating an affordable driveway, consider gravel, but note that it can wash away in flowing water. For water features, river rocks are a good option. Flagstone and cobblestone are ideal for aesthetically pleasing patios and walkways. If you are building a stone wall, fieldstone or small boulders are up to the task. Large boulders and landscape rocks work well as statement pieces, to fill empty space, or to indicate boundaries, but be mindful that they can overwhelm smaller gardens. The best approach is to first define your landscaping project and then select the rock type that best fits that purpose.

If you are xeriscaping a lawn from scratch, your best bet for preparing the lawn is to work with a xeriscaping specialist in your area. The most common first step to making the transformation, however, will be to remove the turfgrass from your lawn. The subsequent steps will often include amending the soil to support new plants and installing low-drip or drip irrigation systems.

Landscape design can be a simple service that includes a drawing or visual representation of how your yard can be set up and optimized for your intended purposes. But it can also include all of the manual labor to make your vision a reality. When you speak with your landscape designer, ensure everyone understands the specific services you want. Some add-on services may include the following:

  • Sourcing and delivery of raw materials

  • Professional installation of features, including pergolas, decks, and pathways

  • Drainage system design

  • Recommendations for specific plants and trees

The Carlsbad, CA homeowners’ guide to landscaping services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.