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Cornejo LANSCAPING
5.0(
11
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"My experience with Cornejo Landscaping was fantastic. I wanted to remodel my patio with pavers and it turned out amazing. My husband and I are so pleased with the work that we also asked Cristian to spruce up our backyard by trimming overgrown trees and power washing our stamped concrete pool deck, courtyard and walkways. Cristian is skilled, experienced, reliable, honest and easy to talk to. He was always responsive to our questions or any concerns we had along the way. We will definitely call him again for our next project and will be recommending Cornejo Landscaping to all our friends, family and neighbors."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project

+99

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Garcia Gardening
5.0(
15
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Life Landscape Inc.
5.0(
10
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Green Life crew did an amazing job with my landscape. We had hedges installed and they even added drip lines. I love their attention to detail and plant recommendations because I’m a little picky. They also keep my lawn looking green and healthy."
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
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+1

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AFE Pacific Landscape Management
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I really appreciate the work accomplished by AFE Pacific. They weeded, cleaned, leveled the ground, installed a sprinkler system, gopher netting and sod in just 6 days. They even hauled away some excess planters and other unwanted items. I am completely satisfied with the results."
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+6

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mulch and Topsoil FAQs, answered by experts

Generally, you want the soil for your edible plants to have good drainage, organic matter for nutrients, a loose texture (like loam soil), and a balanced pH level. However, the type of plants you're growing will dictate the exact characteristics your soil needs to thrive. For example, brussels sprout prefers more acidic soil, while broccoli prefers more alkaline soil. 

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.

When it comes to which stone is better, crushed or natural gravel, it all depends on the project. Crushed stone is a great base and filler material for projects like retention walls, concrete slabs, driveways, pipes, and drains. Gravel is a common choice for visually attractive landscaping projects like walkways, above-ground drainage systems, patios, and garden borders.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

A 50-pound bag of pea gravel equals approximately one-half of a cubic foot. That amount will cover a three-square-foot area to a depth of about two inches. A three-square-foot area with equal-length sides is approximately 1.73 feet by 1.73 feet, or about 20.75 inches on each side.

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