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Cornejo LANSCAPING
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"We had artificial turf installed in our back patio. Cristian was responsive, has a great attitude, and he was flexible scheduling our project. He and his team were professional, detailed, respectful, clean, and did an awesome job! It was an absolute pleasure to work with Cristian. He takes pride in his work and he implemented our vision for the project perfectly and had great suggestions along the way. We would highly recommend Cornejo Landscaping! Project scope involved removing pavers and existing turf and installing artificial turf and flagstone path."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Garcia Gardening
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josue and his crew do an incredible job of keeping my property in tip top shape year round. I don’t even have to ask for things to be done. He just looks around and knows what needs to be done and I’m always amazed at what he is able to do. Is always courteous and professional and comes every week with no interruption of service. Highly recommend to anyone."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Life Landscape Inc.
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Green Life Landscaping for four years and are completely happy with their work. Jose and his staff are professional, reliable and do a great job. They provide quality service and are quick. Our yard always looks great and they let us know anytime anything needs more attention. I highly recommend this company. The employees are respectable and trustworthy. I feel confident and safe with them working when we are not home."
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Essential Landscapes Inc.
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Customers say: True professional

"Essential Landscape’s crew are hardworking, knowledgeable and punctual. Jorge, the owner is very flexible and fair. He guarantees his services and is a professional business owner. I recommend them."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kjs Landscape & Lawn Care License Not Yet Provided
4.9(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"I had really lit my side yard and backyard go. There was a lot of junk including old moldy carpeting, two old broken down recliners, patio furniture, tree trimmings, rotten apples, and sidewalks so overgrown with shrubbery you couldn’t walk through there. All the flower beds were covered with dead grass and weeds. I just want it all the junk removed but Kevin Sanchez said his crew could do that but they could also straighten up my gardens and make it look pretty again. I was skeptical, but I liked his vibe so I hired them. I couldn’t have been more shocked when I saw that not only was all the junk gone trees were trimmed and the flowerbeds had been restored and rejuvenated with freshly turned over topsoil. and it was a great value. Kevin brought his team and they attacked my backyard with fervor and it was obvious they were there to get the job done with the least hassle possible. They even checked with me on a couple of items to make sure I really wanted to get rid of it.I appreciate"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Small gravel is the better option since it creates a stable, even surface that’s easier on paws and hooves. Large gravel can be uncomfortable and may shift too much underfoot. So if you’re using gravel in pet or livestock areas, go for smooth, rounded small gravel to prevent injuries and discomfort.

You can choose from various kinds of organic mulch and inorganic mulch. Organic mulch may be in the form of wood chips, pine needles, and compost and eventually decompose. Inorganic mulch, such as gravel, rocks, and landscape fabric, is more durable but doesn’t help the soil.

It depends. High-end colored mulch can be fairly costly. However, you'll have to replace less-expensive natural mulches, like pine needles and cedar mulch, more frequently. 

The cost is balanced out somewhat, though, as although you'll have to replace colored mulch less often, you'll have to replenish nutrients in your soil more frequently to make up for the decrease in organic matter and nitrogen from the mulch.

You can fill the holes weeds leave behind with soil or sand to avoid unsightly spots or tripping hazards. If you remove weeds from a grassy area, fill the hole with soil and grass seed, and water regularly to promote grass growth.

Stump grindings are usually safe to use in soil, but in some cases, it’s not recommended. Wood chips in particular can bind nitrogen in the soil, which will make it difficult for grass to grow. That’s why it’s important to remove most wood chips and use healthy garden soil if you want to cover the stump spot with grass. Large wood chips may attract beetles and could encourage the growth of fungi when they decay, so you may want to remove them when using the grindings.

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