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Avatar for Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping
Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping
4.8(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business+1 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brothers Landscape
4.7(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business+1 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project went great! Sebastian was amazing. He and his guys transformed our yard to something beautiful. They cleaned up the whole hill side (removing all the weeds) , added compost, and planted new plants over the entire area. They also replaced our irrigation valves and repaired all of the sprinklers that needed it. They cleaned up other parts of the yard and mulched everything. It looks amazing!! So lucky I found them!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wulfscape Inc.
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are a wonderful team! They are quick and do an amazing job. They are fair priced and they do a great quality of work. I appreciate their finished project and as a a parent I appreciate they helped with a much needed project for our family. Recommend over and over for any of your landscaping needs. Our fence in impeccable and their work is a dream! Hire them"
Golf Course Project
Response time6 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Ocean View Landscaping
4.8(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired this lawn service, and we couldn’t be happier! The owner was super nice and friendly, making the whole experience a breeze. His team worked quickly and efficiently, transforming our yard in no time. As young women living in a house, we definitely couldn’t have done this on our own, so having such a reliable and skilled crew was a huge relief. Our yard looks absolutely incredible now — fresh, neat, and beautifully maintained. Highly recommend this service to anyone looking for quality work and great customer care!"
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+7

Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.5(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! We extended 2 areas on each side of our pool to make it more usable for lounge chairs on one side and a table with 6 chairs on the other. I can highly recommend Kent Horner and his company for many reasons. They started the work quickly, showed up daily and on time until it was completed, had a large crew and fixed any issues that we had due to moving sprinklers and lights. Kent used a large excavator to level the areas himself over 3 days. When this part was done, the crew took away the grass and dirt and disposed it, prepped the areas and put in the retaining walls, pavers and drains. I really appreciated that Kent showed up every day to check on the progress and address any concerns. He said the job was priced a bit low because there was so much compacted hard soil. He didn’t try to up the price, he did the work for the price he quoted. Thank you so much Kent and CH Gardens for the wonderful job! It’s awesome!"
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Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Encinitas

+19

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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TROPICAL LANDSCAPE CONNECTION
4.6(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tropical Landscape's Filemon responded promptly to our request, came to access the stairs and fencing that needed repair, and presented the estimate in a timely manner. The project was completed to our satisfaction with only a slight increase in time spent and estimate. We are very pleased with the experience and would recommend Filemon to our neighbors."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Green Land Co.
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jay and his team at Greenland did a great job for me! I would highly recommend them! They installed a paver walkway and patio in the backyard, including a border around my grass area. New sprinklers, new plants, weed barrier & pebble ground cover. We also did a dry riverbed in the front yard with plantings and sprinkler system. I’m very pleased. Thank you!"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Pea gravel is the most common type of gravel, and it can be made of limestone, granite, basalt, sandstone, and many other types of rock. The strength in gravel comes from the distribution across the stones, so while one rock type may not be particularly strong (like sandstone), the matrix of small rocks that is gravel can become incredibly strong when installed correctly. 

Wood from black walnut, magnolia, eucalyptus, red maple, and invasive species like tree of heaven are not recommended for mulching. These trees release allelochemicals that can suppress plant growth. Some homeowners, however, use wood from these trees for mulching if it is less potent due to age or concentration, or if the plants are not as sensitive to them.

If your mulch delivery company or landscaper installs mulch around multiple spots in your yard (especially if they are more complex areas), feel free to tip up to $15 a person. However, there's no need to tip for a standard mulch drop done in your driveway or on a tarp.

The best time to lay mulch depends on the type of mulch and the reason for installing it: 

  • Summer: Adding extra mulch helps soil retain moisture and keeps weeds at bay, allowing plants to thrive. 

  • Fall: Adding mulch helps control weeds and keeps soil and roots warm during the cooler months. Aim to add a layer of mulch 2 to 4 inches deep.

  • Winter: Mulch around perennial plants to help keep them insulated.

  • Spring: Wait until the ground has thawed. Depending on the thickness, add between 1 and 4 inches of mulch to provide freeze and rain protection and enrich the soil.

Many ways to landscape a steep slope on a budget exist. Avoiding expensive retaining wall construction is the first step. Consider creating a rocky slope with boulders or large stones, or think about planting perennials that return every year with a single investment. Transplanting small trees from elsewhere on your property is also possible and can help to stabilize steep slopes without purchasing new ones. 

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