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Q: Is buying plants from a nursery worth it?

• <div><p>In most cases, buying plants from a local greenhouse or nursery is well worth the investment, even though they tend to be a bit more expensive than those at a home improvement store. Employees at nurseries are usually well-versed in gardening and understand how the climate in your area affects different plants. They can help you make selections based on your skill level and time commitment to your landscaping, and they can provide detailed care instructions and advice to help keep your plants alive and diagnose and treat issues like <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-houseplant-pests-treatment.htm">pest infestation</a> and illness.</p></div>

Q: What is the best place to plant a rose bush?

• <div><p>The best place to plant a rose bush is where it will be happiest. Growing roses is difficult if the location varies much from what the plants like. Choose a location that gets at least six hours of direct sunlight during the growing season but not much more than that in hot-climate locations. If such a spot doesn't exist in your yard, consider planting your rose in a movable container to take advantage of portability. </p></div>

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 do I prepare my lawn for xeriscaping?

• <div><p>If you are xeriscaping a lawn from scratch, your best bet for preparing the lawn is to work with a xeriscaping specialist in your area. The most common first step to making the transformation, however, will be to remove the turfgrass from your lawn. The subsequent steps will often include amending the soil to support new plants and installing low-drip or drip irrigation systems.</p></div>

Q: Can I landscape a lakefront property myself?

• <div><p>DIY landscaping is possible, but professional services offer expertise in selecting appropriate plants and designing functional spaces that complement the natural environment and adhere to local regulations.</p></div>

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Last update on July 29, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Len did a great job on my carpets and explained what he did and what to look out for. He was very good at what he does and my carpets look great!!
Advanced Interior Care, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
K&H Painting LLC did an amazing job from start to finish! Very professional and easy to work with. They are hardworking, organized and will get the job done. Great cleanup too! If it wasn’t for the amazing paint job, you wouldn’t have even known they were there.
K&H Painting LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
I had an ash tree with a bunch of hanging limbs. Brighton came out when it was 10 degree F to cut them down. I’m more than happy with the finished results. Will be calling him next time I have tree needs.
Crown Tree Services LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
They got the job done in one day for a big picture window
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in May 2024
Work extremely neat and particular with ever detail!
Midwest Shower and Bath, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
This company responded very quickly and did amazing work!!!
Alonso's Concrete and Construction
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Reviewed in July 2023
I am happy to share that I found a great company that provided me with excellent service without any hassle. Their efficiency and speed made the experience even better.
Florida Clean Air Plus, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2022
D & J Tree Service gave us a reasonable quote and were here when they said they would be. The work they did was great as well as the clean up! I would definitely recommend them to anyone in the area that needs this type of work done!
D&J Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Chris made sure to use stainless steel screws on an outdoor plaque so that they would not rust. I appreciate that attention to preventing a problem.
Mr. Handyman of Northern Virginia - Arlington to Haymarket
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Reviewed in March 2022
Highly recommend their service! Very professional and helpful. Prompt and good service.
Nate's Removal LLC
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

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Professional 2 man crew, with a truck and trailer. We offer debris removal,hauling, yard work, and other services just ask.

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Ground Zero Services LLC

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Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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"Ryan was excellent help for me on some interior carpentry work and some landscaping work I needed done. Friendly, reliable, and answered when I called!"

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did a really good job and I was very happy with his work. He was on time and very professional. I would highly recommend him to others and will probably have him back out to clean up my yard again next spring."

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Black Sheep Landscaping, LLP

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Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Credit card accepted

"They did exactly what I wanted and they did a good job."

Response time6 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"They have a variety of products that will fit everywhere in your landscape."

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HelloTech: Tech Support To Your Door

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Outdoor Lighting - Plan and InstallOutdoor Lighting - Repair

Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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Emergency services offered

"Worked, tech couldn’t get remote to work. I believe this was supposed to be included"

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Vandy & Son's

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Drywell - Construct or RebuildLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.+5 more

Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

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DesignScape Technology

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Designer - Landscape

Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

"She went out of business during the design phase. She was very intereested and good up to that point."

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One Vision Inspections LLC

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

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One Vision Inspections LLC provides professional home inspection services throughout Central and Northern Iowa. We help homebuyers, homeowners, and sellers better understand a property's condition through thorough, independent inspections and clear, detailed reports with photos.\n\nServices include buyer's inspections, pre-listing inspections, 11-month warranty inspections, condo and townhome inspections, manufactured home inspections, sewer scopes, and HUD manufactured home foundation certification field inspections. Thermal imaging is included with our home inspections.\n\nWe serve Fort Dodge, Webster City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Manson, Ames, Des Moines, Mason City, Clear Lake, Spencer, the Iowa Great Lakes Region, Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, and communities throughout our 36-county Iowa service area.\n\nSee Your Investment Clearly and make informed decisions with confidence.

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Serving Armstrong, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He is a very hard worker and definitely gets the job done."

Response time9 hrs

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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

In most cases, buying plants from a local greenhouse or nursery is well worth the investment, even though they tend to be a bit more expensive than those at a home improvement store. Employees at nurseries are usually well-versed in gardening and understand how the climate in your area affects different plants. They can help you make selections based on your skill level and time commitment to your landscaping, and they can provide detailed care instructions and advice to help keep your plants alive and diagnose and treat issues like pest infestation and illness.

The best place to plant a rose bush is where it will be happiest. Growing roses is difficult if the location varies much from what the plants like. Choose a location that gets at least six hours of direct sunlight during the growing season but not much more than that in hot-climate locations. If such a spot doesn't exist in your yard, consider planting your rose in a movable container to take advantage of portability.

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.

If you are xeriscaping a lawn from scratch, your best bet for preparing the lawn is to work with a xeriscaping specialist in your area. The most common first step to making the transformation, however, will be to remove the turfgrass from your lawn. The subsequent steps will often include amending the soil to support new plants and installing low-drip or drip irrigation systems.

DIY landscaping is possible, but professional services offer expertise in selecting appropriate plants and designing functional spaces that complement the natural environment and adhere to local regulations.

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