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Avatar for Green Life Landscape Inc.
Green Life Landscape Inc.
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Aerate a LawnLawn Care - Aerate a Lawn - For BusinessLawn Care - Fertilize or Treat a Lawn+4 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic! My lawns are beautiful because of the way they cut the grass plus sweep up the bits of grass on the sidewalks. Many times they will cut the top of a huge Bush that is nicely cleaned then. Also, he is on time each week!"
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Garcia Gardening
5.0(
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Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn - For Business+2 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josue Garcia has been a skilled and reliable gardener and lawn care specialist for us for over 3 years in the Orcutt area. He has installed a yard full of new sod, planted several new beds of annual and perennials, shrubs, trees and put in a new irrigation system. I recommend him 100%!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kjs Landscape & Lawn Care License Not Yet Provided
4.9(
7
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For Business+1 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Cornejo LANSCAPING
Cornejo LANSCAPING
5.0(
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Sod - InstallSod - Install - For Business

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"The first thing that convinced us that Cristian was the man for the job was his honest, kind, and helpful demeanor. We weren’t entirely sure what we wanted to do in our outdoor space and he came back on several occasions to discuss plans with us, walking through our yard and helping us visualize the possibilities. We never felt rushed and Cristian genuinely wanted us to end up with a space that we really enjoyed, which in the end, we did. He also offered information from his years of experience in both landscaping and other construction work. He really knows his stuff! He was also very responsive whenever we needed to discuss something. When the work began, he arrived on time with a good crew and they worked efficiently to get each stage of the project done ahead of the estimated timeframe. Our happiness was in the little details too. When asked to be careful of newly planted plants in our garden when putting in the sprinkler system, Cristian’s crew were careful. In the end we opted for natural grass with a full sprinkler system. We were very happy with the end result. The grass looked great and the sprinklers were placed well so that all parts of the grass are getting water. In a time when materials and labor are very expensive, Cristian’s pricing seemed reasonable and fair. Overall, we were very happy with the work Cristian and his crew did. He has since been in contact with us several times, stopping by to check on the grass and adjust the watering as needed. We would definitely hire Cristian again. He provided a very professional and skilled service, and is a kind and friendly man."
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+99

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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805 Tree Care Co
5.0(
24
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with “805 Tree Care” was a real pleasure, + they quoted and treated me MORE than fairly, their work was prompt, professional and impeccably done, all with a great team spirit , state of the art equipment and uplifting energy, not to mention by a great family. By far the best tree, garden, landscape experience I have had in Santa Bárbara / I can only recommend them highly to my friends or anyone needing the due diligence and care of great tree people. Many many thanks don Isidro, Omar , Edgar y equipo. I am delighted to have met you and will definitely be looking forward to working with you all in the future. 5 estrellas!"
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SoCal Irrigation Systems
5.0(
24
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Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - InstallLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Tyler from TMD Irrigation Service was prompt, polite and professional. He accurately diagnosed an electrical issue with our sprinkler valves, repaired two leaking valves and got our system working perfectly in less than an hour. He also walked the property looking for any other sprinkler issues and made a couple of helpful suggestions on how to get the most out of our aging sprinkler system. He is intelligent, honest, efficient and affordable. I've worked with a number good of Irrigation/Lawn Sprinkler professionals over the years. Tyler is one of the best."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Shofar Landscape Contracting
Shofar Landscape Contracting
5.0(
13
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Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpSod - Install+6 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rafael, his Dad and the rest of the crew were professional, fun to work with and got the job done quickly. The estimate for the work was well priced. I am using them again for my hard scape garden design."
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Bajascape
Bajascape
5.0(
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Sod - InstallSod - Install - For Business

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tavo and the team at Bajascape turned my front yard from an eyesore to the best looking lawn on the street in just a few days. They were friendly, respectful of our neighbors and tackled unforeseen hurdles in the project with grace and an open mind. When I'm ready to continue with my landscape projects, these guys are the first folks I'll call."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lawn Care questions, answered by experts

If your grass is stressed from being over-trimmed, try watering it heavily and then allowing it to recover for at least two weeks before mowing again. If you notice brown patches where the grass has died off because it’s too short, you should remove the dead grass and overseed the area. Leaving dead patches can invite weeds and other problems, so if you want a totally green lawn, getting rid of dead patches should include removing the dead sections before reseeding the area.

Yes, Bahia grass spreads on its own thanks to its short stolon system. However, it might not seem like your Bahia grass spreads well due to its slow growth. Bahia grass takes around 3 to 4 weeks to germinate and an additional two weeks to grow thicker. 

During this time, fast-growing, competitive weeds may pop up, so weed your lawn to give your Bahia grass a chance to grow. This grass can take up to two years to become established. Once established, Bahia grass typically does well in suitable climates.

Depending on your lawn mower type, you can mow anywhere from 2.5 to 13 miles per hour (mph). A simple push lawn mower will take the longest to mow at 2.5 mph, which is just under the average walking pace. Riding mowers can go significantly faster. Rear engines come in at around 5 mph, tractors come in at just shy of 8 mph, and zero-turn mowers come in at the fastest speed of 13 mph.

Mowing at least once a week during the growing season is a good general rule. However, every lawn is different, and factors like frequent rain and fertilizer use can cause grass to grow faster, potentially requiring mowing as often as every four days. When you mow, always follow the 'one-third rule': never cut more than one-third of the grass blade's height at once, as this can weaken it and prevent it from taking in proper nutrients. For most grass types, the ideal height is around 2 to 3 inches, though some warm-weather grasses do better when kept shorter at about 1.5 to 2 inches.

Longer lengths are always better for striping, so mowing your grass to between 2½ to 4 inches tall. More length allows for optimal bendiness, plus it helps your lawn stay healthier, too. Remember, never mow more than ⅓ of the grass height at once to keep your lawn looking green and healthy.

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