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Kouski Landscapes

5.00(
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Kouski Landscapes

5.00(
47
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Kouski® Landscape Co. is a professional landscape design & construction company based in Champaign, Illinois. We set the standard for unique, impactful landscape designs, custom entertainment spaces, award winning pool design, and purposeful solutions to any landscape problem. Service areas: Illinois & surrounding states.

Kouski® Landscape Co. is a professional landscape design & construction company based in Champaign, Illinois. We set the standard for unique, impactful landscape designs, custom entertainment spaces, award winning pool design, and purposeful solutions to any landscape problem. Service areas: Illinois & surrounding states.

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Jon Gross Building Arts

4.97(
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Jon Gross Building Arts

4.97(
35
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Award winning degreed landscape designer with over 34 years industry experience specializing in custom landscape design, planning and consultation. Whether seeking help in just a design role or need construction planning and/or consultation, Jon Gross Building Arts will provide exceptional service at every phase of your landscaping project.

"Jon was AMAZING, and our backyard has been transformed from a dog-centric wasteland to a place for entertaining and relaxation. Jon is an artist who has great ideas about how to transform your space into something functional AND beautiful. He is a perfectionist with an eye for the small details. He is also extremely patient; our ideas and goals developed over the course of the project. He was flexible and always contributed great ideas and feedback based on his many years of experience. Working with Jon was the highlight of our summer-- not only because we have enjoyed our new outdoor space but also because we truly enjoyed spending time with him. I can't imagine there is anyone else in town that can match his quality of work and his eye for design. I would not hesitate to hire him again...and will be doing so next year when we tackle the front yard."

Shawna S on October 2022

Award winning degreed landscape designer with over 34 years industry experience specializing in custom landscape design, planning and consultation. Whether seeking help in just a design role or need construction planning and/or consultation, Jon Gross Building Arts will provide exceptional service at every phase of your landscaping project.

"Jon was AMAZING, and our backyard has been transformed from a dog-centric wasteland to a place for entertaining and relaxation. Jon is an artist who has great ideas about how to transform your space into something functional AND beautiful. He is a perfectionist with an eye for the small details. He is also extremely patient; our ideas and goals developed over the course of the project. He was flexible and always contributed great ideas and feedback based on his many years of experience. Working with Jon was the highlight of our summer-- not only because we have enjoyed our new outdoor space but also because we truly enjoyed spending time with him. I can't imagine there is anyone else in town that can match his quality of work and his eye for design. I would not hesitate to hire him again...and will be doing so next year when we tackle the front yard."

Shawna S on October 2022

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TruGreen Lawn Care - 5725

3.87(
53
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TruGreen Lawn Care - 5725

3.87(
53
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Customers say: Super punctual
Free onsite estimate
"I had their service for over two years, yard only improved about 40%. Some areas stayed brown, grass wouldn't grow. One scheduled Reseeding with soil turnover was done during a big wind event of 35 miles and hour. What? Really? Had to make many calls to return. For a period, I added the Bush / Shrub Care, my Oriental Plum tree didn't improve. Leaves won't grow or fill out. Later, to be told by Tree Service Co. the tree was getting to much water. It was in the center of my front lawn, very visible. Tree had to be removed due to Root Rot. TruGreen never said anything. Also, I was told two of the brown areas had Grubs! TruGreen didn't tell me that either! I cancelled about 6 months ago, after a Supervisor failed to return my two call. I feel they should work with a gardening service, "Joint Venture" for better results and should also improve their communication. I hired them a year before getting an a Appraisal, sadly it didn't help!!! I'm a retired Senior and female."

La Rita B on January 2019

"I had their service for over two years, yard only improved about 40%. Some areas stayed brown, grass wouldn't grow. One scheduled Reseeding with soil turnover was done during a big wind event of 35 miles and hour. What? Really? Had to make many calls to return. For a period, I added the Bush / Shrub Care, my Oriental Plum tree didn't improve. Leaves won't grow or fill out. Later, to be told by Tree Service Co. the tree was getting to much water. It was in the center of my front lawn, very visible. Tree had to be removed due to Root Rot. TruGreen never said anything. Also, I was told two of the brown areas had Grubs! TruGreen didn't tell me that either! I cancelled about 6 months ago, after a Supervisor failed to return my two call. I feel they should work with a gardening service, "Joint Venture" for better results and should also improve their communication. I hired them a year before getting an a Appraisal, sadly it didn't help!!! I'm a retired Senior and female."

La Rita B on January 2019

Country Arbors Nursery

4.43(
7
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Country Arbors Nursery

4.43(
7
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Customers say: Super punctual

Country Arbors Nursery is owned by 5th generation nurserymen. Open 7 days a week most of the year they are local growers of the finest annuals, shrubs, trees and perennials. Two locations 50 acres in Urbana, and 60 acres in Onarga IL are the growing grounds for their stock. The Cultra family has been providing locally grown plants for 150 years

Country Arbors Nursery is owned by 5th generation nurserymen. Open 7 days a week most of the year they are local growers of the finest annuals, shrubs, trees and perennials. Two locations 50 acres in Urbana, and 60 acres in Onarga IL are the growing grounds for their stock. The Cultra family has been providing locally grown plants for 150 years

Graf Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC

5.00(
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Graf Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional Contact-Rodney (309)275-1531. Locally owned and operated. Occasionally uses subs. Cost is determined by the job or by an hourly rate. Travel charges may apply.

Additional Contact-Rodney (309)275-1531. Locally owned and operated. Occasionally uses subs. Cost is determined by the job or by an hourly rate. Travel charges may apply.

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PRAIRIEVIEW LANDSCAPING CO

4.40(
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PRAIRIEVIEW LANDSCAPING CO

4.40(
5
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Customers say: Super punctual
1993 years of experience

We employee approximately 30 people with 8 full time year round. We accept credit cards and offer some other payment options in unique situations.

We employee approximately 30 people with 8 full time year round. We accept credit cards and offer some other payment options in unique situations.

Strong Landscapes

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Strong Landscapes

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2011 years of experience

Strong Landscapes is Champaign/Urbana's most trusted landscape horticulture team. We specialize in excellent lawn care, garden design, alternative lawns and maintenance. Whether you are looking for a routine lawn care plan, or a completely new concept, we will be there to inspire ideas and take care of your lawn with pride.

Strong Landscapes is Champaign/Urbana's most trusted landscape horticulture team. We specialize in excellent lawn care, garden design, alternative lawns and maintenance. Whether you are looking for a routine lawn care plan, or a completely new concept, we will be there to inspire ideas and take care of your lawn with pride.

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Sand is a common sublayer for hardscape features like driveways, paver patios, and more. Most projects that involve sand require a 1-inch layer to promote evenness, drainage, and weight distribution. For further drainage, most projects have a 6-inch minimum layer of gravel beneath the sand. 

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.

Pea gravel can retain some heat, but it generally stays cooler than materials like concrete, asphalt, or stone pavers. Lighter-colored pea gravel reflects more sunlight and tends to stay cooler, while darker-colored gravel can absorb heat and become warmer to the touch.

The best size rock for your landscaping depends on the design, as different boulders serve different purposes. If you want to group boulders to create a natural-looking cluster, you’ll need a range of sizes. Otherwise, here are some suggestions:

  • Small boulders (smaller than 12 inches across): Best for landscape edging and fire pits 

  • Medium boulders (12–24 inches): Best for retaining walls and water features

  • Large boulders (more than 24 inches): Best as standalone landscaping features, steps, or walkways.

Of course, you can mix and match sizes to create a unique display.

If your mulch delivery company or landscaper installs mulch around multiple spots in your yard (especially if they are more complex areas), feel free to tip up to $15 a person. However, there's no need to tip for a standard mulch drop done in your driveway or on a tarp.

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