Do you put anything under mulch?

• <div><p>Although it’s not required to lay anything under mulch, it can help to put landscape fabric or plastic weed barrier down and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/preparing-your-landscape-garden-mulch.htm">lay mulch</a> on top. The barrier helps keep weeds from growing up through your mulch. It also helps keep rodents and insects from burrowing into the ground underneath.</p></div>

How much does a gravel driveway cost?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-gravel-driveway-cost.htm">gravel driveway costs</a> from <b>$1.25 to $1.80 per square foot</b>, including materials and installation. Cost factors for this project include the type of gravel, its thickness, and the amount of site preparation required.</p><p>Consider these cost estimates for a <b>20-foot-long</b> driveway:</p><ul><li><p>1-car (240 square feet): $300–$432</p></li><li><p>2-car (480 square feet): $600–$864</p></li><li><p>4-car (960 square feet): $1,200–$1,728</p></li></ul><p>Here are gravel driveways costs for a <b>50-foot-long</b> driveway:</p><ul><li><p>1-car (600 square feet): $750–$1,080</p></li><li><p>2-car (1,200 square feet): $1,500–$2,160</p></li><li><p>4-car (2,400 square feet): $3,000–$4,320</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do I measure how much compost to use?

• <div><p>Most experts recommend a quarter-inch layer of compost for best results, and you will need about .77 cubic yards of material per 1,000 square feet. To measure how much compost to use, take the square footage of your yard and multiply it by .77, then divide that number by 1,000.</p></div>

Q: How tall should mulch be around trees?

• <div><p>How tall your mulch should be around your tree depends on the type of mulch you use, but aim for 3 to 4 inches as a rule of thumb. You&rsquo;ll want to avoid simply piling it up in hopes of offering additional benefits to your tree. Volcano mulching is the infamous term for piling way too much mulch against the stem of your tree. This could actually kill your tree or severely harm it, as your tree trunk needs space to breathe without too much moisture. </p></div>

Q: What materials are best for different climates?

• <div><p>Durable materials suited for climate include aluminum for coastal areas or composite wood in varying environments for durability and minimal upkeep.</p></div>

Q: Do you put anything under mulch?

• <div><p>Although it&rsquo;s not required to lay anything under mulch, it can help to put landscape fabric or plastic weed barrier down and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/preparing-your-landscape-garden-mulch.htm">lay mulch</a> on top. The barrier helps keep weeds from growing up through your mulch. It also helps keep rodents and insects from burrowing into the ground underneath.</p></div>

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We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in lawn and yard services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service!

"These guys are awesome! Rene has been taking care of my yard for four years, across two different houses, and he's always done a spectacular job. The whole crew is very efficient, organized, and friendly! They're super easy to work with and great at managing special projects. They're also quite affordable! I'll definitely be using Perfect Lawn Care as long as I live in the valley."

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"These guys are awesome! Rene has been taking care of my yard for four years, across two different houses, and he's always done a spectacular job. The whole crew is very efficient, organized, and friendly! They're super easy to work with and great at managing special projects. They're also quite affordable! I'll definitely be using Perfect Lawn Care as long as I live in the valley."

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Growing organic, heritage, free range poultry without the use of any corn, soy, NO G.M.O's or wheat.

Fresh or freshly frozen poultry consumer-direct. Pick up is available at the farm in the High Desert. A small scale grass based, free range, pastured and permaculture farm.

Rainbow Ranch Farms produces premium meat for exceptional flavor and high density nutritional value, and NOT for industrialized yield, size and quick turn-over.

About Rainbow Ranch Farms Heritage Breeds: Heritage Breeds are old fashioned and historic breeds of animals such as those our ancestors raised and enjoyed. They are not genetically altered, T.G, genetically modified or "manufactured." In many cases, they are rare, endangered breeds, on the verge of extinction.

1. Rainbow Ranch Farms works toward the preservation of endangered species and old fashioned farming practices, which is good for us, our families, livestock, land and the environment.

2. Heritage breeds manage themselves and are quite hardy. They are natural breeders and do not require artificial insemination.

3. Heritage breeds have a robust and natural flavor and taste like meat has always been intended to taste and bursting with nutritional value.

4. Heritage breeds are happiest and healthiest when free ranged, grass fed and pastured without confinement, They need the fresh breeze and sunshine to maintain proper health.

Rainbow Ranch Farms is a Community Supported Agricultural Program (C.S.A.). We offer classes on permaculture farming, sustainbale farming, and poultry processing.

Rainbow Ranch Farms is a small scale permaculture farm growing premium meats without the use of medications, antibiotics, hormones or steroids.

Rainbow Ranch Farms is operated by farm members, volunteers and participants, all sharing similar values, philosophies and ideas on how food should be grown, harvested, processed and handled.

Rainbow Ranch Farms humane handling practices, are second-to-none.

True free range poultry are NOT vegetarians, in fact chickens naturally scratch, and eat worms, grubs and bugs. Healthy and delicious poultry is from happy chickens, grown naturally.