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L. Miller Landscaping

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10 years of experience

Iowa City, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Marshalltown, IA; Davenport, IA; Waterloo, IA - If you're searching for effective Landscaper for commercial and residential properties, make a call to "L. Miller Landscaping"

Iowa City, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Marshalltown, IA; Davenport, IA; Waterloo, IA - If you're searching for effective Landscaper for commercial and residential properties, make a call to "L. Miller Landscaping"


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Dirt's Lawn and Landscape

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13 years of experience

Dirt's Lawn and Landscape is a young and ambitious landscaping design/creation/maintenance business. 10 years of experience landscaping in Central Iowa, Dirt's Lawn and Landscape has the knowledge and tools to get the job done right, and the creativity and attention to detail that is required to give your home or business a breathtaking landscape. Honest and upfront pricing, and practical solutions to common problems.

Dirt's Lawn and Landscape is a young and ambitious landscaping design/creation/maintenance business. 10 years of experience landscaping in Central Iowa, Dirt's Lawn and Landscape has the knowledge and tools to get the job done right, and the creativity and attention to detail that is required to give your home or business a breathtaking landscape. Honest and upfront pricing, and practical solutions to common problems.



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JJV Rubber Mulch and Safe Rock LLC

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JJV Rubber Mulch and Safe Rock LLC

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21 years of experience

JJV Rubber Mulch and Safe Rock, stands poised and proud by providing rubber mulch products that utilizes NON-TIRE recycled rubber in the production process. JJV Rubber Mulch continues to offer a safe and clean alternative.

JJV Rubber Mulch and Safe Rock, stands poised and proud by providing rubber mulch products that utilizes NON-TIRE recycled rubber in the production process. JJV Rubber Mulch continues to offer a safe and clean alternative.

Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The cost of 200 square feet of pea gravel depends on how deep your installation will be. The pea gravel material alone costs between $15 and $75 per cubic yard. You'll need just under two yards to cover 200 square feet to a depth of three inches, for a total cost of between $30 and $150.

While they’re popular and have a lot of pros, the cons of river rocks include the following:

  • River rocks don’t break down or provide nutrients to plants. 

  • These stones can get hot and scorch nearby plants. 

  • River stones may heat the surrounding soil to inhospitable temperatures. 

  • Rocks can block rainwater from seeping into the ground if installations are too thick or tightly packed.

Most downsides occur when using river rock as mulch in gardens and flower beds. However, you can still incorporate river rocks into your landscape as long as you use them in the correct ways.

You can fill the holes weeds leave behind with soil or sand to avoid unsightly spots or tripping hazards. If you remove weeds from a grassy area, fill the hole with soil and grass seed, and water regularly to promote grass growth.

Using sand under stepping stones can be beneficial in certain situations. Sand can help level the ground and provide stability for the stepping stones, especially if the ground is uneven. It also allows for minor adjustments during the installation process. However, sand may not be the best choice for all environments. In areas with high foot traffic or heavy rain, sand may wash away or become displaced, leading to an uneven surface. In such cases, a more stable base material like gravel or crushed stone is preferable. Consider your specific landscape conditions before deciding whether to use sand under stepping stones.

Mulching any time of year can be beneficial, so you can choose based on your preference. Most homeowners avoid the winter and summer because of the uncomfortable temperatures, so spring and fall are often best. Try not to mulch right before heavy rainfall or a big storm is expected, as wind and runoff can move newly laid mulch around and make more work for you.

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