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Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
4.8(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Soquel, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic! All work was completed to my great satisfaction. The crew was skilled and they were personable and professional. The owners were excellent communicators and very efficient. I would not hesitate to hire Silverstone Landscaping again."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
Rodriguez Landscape Service
4.5(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Soquel, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was a giant coastal hillside project with drainage, terracing, lighting, irrigation, walls built, stairs built, pet relief area created, and tons of rocks placed and plantings. Raul and his crew were top notch. They worked efficiently and quickly. The crew was clean and respectful. Raul was so easy to work with and took care of all the details that you want addressed. It could not have been easier! I would 100% recommend Raul for any landscape job you are looking for. He even has a maintenance crew for weekly upkeep!"
Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Velasco Landscaping
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Soquel, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Velasco Landscaping did an amazing job installing pavement at my property! From start to finish, the team was professional, efficient, and detail-oriented. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and the finished pavement looks fantastic—clean lines, solid craftsmanship, and it’s built to last. They were respectful of the space, cleaned up thoroughly after the job, and completed everything on time. I highly recommend Velasco Landscaping for anyone looking for top-notch paving work and reliable service. Definitely a 5-star experience!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
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Stevenson's Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Soquel, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We live on a hill in very rainy Scotts Valley and had three redwood retaining walls that were failing. David Stevenson and his crew replaced all three -- two with concrete blocks, one with wood -- for a reasonable price. They also updated our sprinkler system. They were very efficient, highly professional and always gave us notice of days and times they would be working (and actually did work those days and times). We will use them for future projects and have already recommended them to friends in Ben Lomond."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Junk Junk Go
5.0(
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Soquel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Need junk gone? We make it easy! We provide professional junk removal services for homes, apartments, garages, storage units, and construction debris. Locally owned and operated, fully insured, and committed to honest pricing with no hidden fees. We show up on time, work hard, and treat your property with respect.\n\n✅ Affordable Pricing\n✅ Same-Day & Next-Day Service\n✅ Furniture & Appliance Removal\n✅ Garage & Estate Cleanouts\n✅ Construction Debris Removal\n✅ Friendly & Reliable Service\n\n📞 Call or Text: (408) 475-4147\n📸 Instagram: @junkjunkgo\n🌐 www.gojunkjunkgo.com

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Leo's Green Gardener
3.5(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Soquel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Leo did a fabulous job very quickly and we are thrilled. He is very affordable - another company on you list wanted to charge us twice as much! We will definitely use his services again and would recommend him."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

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.

Gravel driveways require regular maintenance because the material can shift over time. Routine tasks include raking the gravel to ensure an even layer, filling in ruts or low spots, and removing debris, especially after storms. You should also add fresh gravel as needed to prevent potholes, remove weeds by hand or with an herbicide, and occasionally spray the driveway with water to reduce dust.

Periodically, you may need to grade and level the entire driveway, which is often done every few years. Any refilled potholes should be compacted; for excessive dust, you can use a mechanical compactor. To minimize future maintenance, ensure the land is properly graded before installation and consider laying down landscaping fabric to help keep the gravel in place. In areas with heavy rain, reinforcing the edges can help prevent erosion. Additionally, it's best to avoid using a snowplow on a gravel driveway during the winter.

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.

Measure the area needing coverage and consult with suppliers on average depth requirements for each material. Calculations often use cubic yards for accuracy and practicality.

No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress resist termites because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.

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