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Q: How do you prepare the ground for planting a tree?

• <div><p>First, dig a hole that&rsquo;s the same depth as the root ball and wide enough for the roots to spread out fully. Before placing the tree in the hole, pour water in to help get rid of any air pockets in the soil.</p><p>When filling the hole back in, opt for a 1:1 ratio of organic compost with the soil left over from the ground. Do not use potting soil, fertilizer, or chemicals of any kind, as these can stress out and kill your newly planted tree.</p></div>

Q: When should you not mulch?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Are stump grindings safe to use in the soil or as fillers?

• <div><p>Stump grindings are usually safe to use in soil, but in some cases, it&rsquo;s not recommended. Wood chips in particular can bind nitrogen in the soil, which will make it difficult for grass to grow. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: What type of rock is best for landscaping?

• <div><p>The best type of rock for landscaping depends on your needs. If you want to build an affordable driveway, consider gravel. If you want an aesthetically pleasing patio, you can&rsquo;t go wrong with flagstone. If you&rsquo;re building a water feature, consider river rock as the base. Start by figuring out your landscaping project, then choose the best rock for that project. </p></div>

Q: Can adding new sand fix paver drainage issues?

• <div><p>Not typically. A paver patio drainage problem generally requires a landscaping fix that can include a drainage pipe or dry well capable of handling the amount of runoff in your yard. </p></div>

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Last update on November 16, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
This man ripped my mother off, he took her $1250 down payment which was half of the cost he quoted. He never provided receipts for the supposed $750 worth of mulch he claimed to buy. When she asked for her money back he got defensive and said he would give it back when he found someone else who...
Saul Leon Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2017
some really good workers - Zach and Josh. Dirt that was brought in was filled with rocks - exactly what I did not want. Worked fairly quickly and came when they promised. Added mulch to an area without taking out the grass beforehand. :(
Calicotte, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2016
We first saw for ourselves, how this company removes trees when our neighbor had a huge tree taken out last year. They used a crane and worked fast. When the time came for us to cut dead trees down we contacted them. A very knowledgeable person came out and had our quote emailed to us within...
King Tree Specialists, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2014
They were fine. They were good. He seemed knowledgeable and he was friendly. He showed up when he said he would and did what they said they would do. I had no issues there. I guess it all came down to price. I think they were a little on the high side. The mulch was fine. It was in line with...
Cuttin' It Close Lawn Care & Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2014
They are a local nursery and they have quite a big business. They did a good job. It took two people about six hours to put it all out and edge and trim around the house and around the flower bed, because grass had grown in and weeds had come in and they cleaned that all up also. They put out...
Hoer Nursey
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