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Top-Rated Mulch and topsoil pros in Dover - Updated Nov 2026

Packard Lawn Care
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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"Larry Packard is a professional in every way. He is careful to make sure everything looks good and careful not to miss anything. He is extremely well spoken and business like. He will do a great job for you at a reasonable price. I will continue to use him. Dr. Bill Roberts"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate87%
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Stansbury Landscaping
4.5(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"Very great lawn care service. They replied quickly to my inquiry and they do a fantastic job in mowing my lawn. The edges around my home is great and they are always on time. Highly recommend them."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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East Coast Patios
4.6(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"We decided to commit with East Coast Patios after seeing their work at a good friends home. Our friends only have the best contractors for their home improvements. We were able to choose any texture, color and shape of the pavers displayed in the catalogue at the same price. The cost of the entire project was competitive and included managing any obstacles such as moving sprinkler heads and underground down spout extensions. The cold weather conditions did not matter as Juan and Gregorio stayed on schedule to recreate our front porch and lay down the path to our newly erected trash/recycling storage shed. We have a durable and attractive front door patio, a path with garden border and bin storage that adds curb appeal and utility to our home."
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Mulch and Topsoil FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Yes, gravel comes in different sizes, from fine powder to pea-, coin-, and even golf ball-size. Pea gravel is about 3/8 inch, while crushed stone gravel is about 3/8 to 4 inches. Most companies use a numerical system to assign a size, with the smallest being #10 and the biggest being #1. 

Before you put down grass seed, you should cultivate your soil or add two inches of topsoil. You should also put down fertilizer at the same time as your seed to prompt healthy growth. Be sure to water after you put down grass seed, especially for the first two weeks.

Yes, you can custom-color your gravel if you’d like. Use an acrylic- or oil-based paint designed for outdoor use, and apply sealant to protect it from the elements. Some companies offer customized color gravel, either mixing the colorant in a cement mixer with gravel or using industrial mixers to dye, paint, or color it.

Grass varieties such as tall fescue, zoysia, Bermuda, Bahia, and centipede grow best in sandy soil. These types of grass are drought resistant, so they help retain water and nutrients more easily. Consult a local lawn care company to determine the best type of grass to plant in your sandy lawn.

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