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ARBUCKLE NURSERY & LANDSCAPING

8421 Watertown Dr
4.65(
733
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ARBUCKLE NURSERY & LANDSCAPING

8421 Watertown Dr
4.65(
733
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
40 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

With over 7 years of experience serving the Indy area, Arbuckle Nursery & Landscaping, Inc., is the solution for all your garden, lawn and landscaping needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Despite having clearly communicated our desires for a project, Arbuckle failed to take them into consideration. They didn’t plant what we requested and used small measly plants. Additionally, they didn’t bother to respond to my concerns or inquiries about the project. I would not use or recommend them again."

Kim L on October 2023

With over 7 years of experience serving the Indy area, Arbuckle Nursery & Landscaping, Inc., is the solution for all your garden, lawn and landscaping needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Despite having clearly communicated our desires for a project, Arbuckle failed to take them into consideration. They didn’t plant what we requested and used small measly plants. Additionally, they didn’t bother to respond to my concerns or inquiries about the project. I would not use or recommend them again."

Kim L on October 2023


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Indy Deck Magic LLC

3105 Maqua Court
4.96(
578
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Indy Deck Magic LLC

3105 Maqua Court
4.96(
578
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

- I have been the owner of Indy Deck Magic since 2001 and have no employees. All work is done by myself so the quality is excellent. When requesting a quote, please include your name, address, and phone number so we can get back with you quickly. - Award wining Company. - WE OFFER hot water power washing of composite decks, wood & concretes sealing, minor repairs of decks - WE DO NOT OFFER gutter cleaning inside the gutter, build /extend or replace decks and major repair of decks. - Check us at www.indydeckmagic.com

"Wonderful. It's beautiful."

Annette H on June 2025

- I have been the owner of Indy Deck Magic since 2001 and have no employees. All work is done by myself so the quality is excellent. When requesting a quote, please include your name, address, and phone number so we can get back with you quickly. - Award wining Company. - WE OFFER hot water power washing of composite decks, wood & concretes sealing, minor repairs of decks - WE DO NOT OFFER gutter cleaning inside the gutter, build /extend or replace decks and major repair of decks. - Check us at www.indydeckmagic.com

"Wonderful. It's beautiful."

Annette H on June 2025


"Steve and his crew showed up early. While they were here we asked them if they could also trim a tree for us. They completed all the work in just a few hours. Team was very professional and clean up everything."

Michelle B on August 2025

19 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. Travel charges may apply. Additional Contact - Steve. Award winning.

"Steve and his crew showed up early. While they were here we asked them if they could also trim a tree for us. They completed all the work in just a few hours. Team was very professional and clean up everything."

Michelle B on August 2025


"Really disappointed in the entire experience with grounds quality lawn. Starting with just initiating the job, it took nearly a month to get responses from them and get someone out to start work. I only stuck with it at that point because a family friend said they were good but should have gone with my gut and found another company at that point. The guys they sent were constantly taking breaks and at one point the foreman even grabbed my fishing pole and spent about 30 min fishing while the remaining four watched him. This wouldn't have bothered me as much if the rate I was paying was more reasonable but they were charging me about $600 per hour for the 5 guys so these breaks and fishing sessions were costing me a lot of money. I voiced my concern with the project manager who just made excuses and cared not at all about what was going on. I asked to speak to owner Justin grounds who did the same. Just excused the behavior and had no problem with it whatsoever. All the while no one could explain why the hourly rate was so high when the guys were working so inefficiently. They kept saying the hourly rate was $60 per hour per crew member but charging me double that with no explanation. Not sure if I was just unlucky or if the company is getting complacent and resting on their reputation but I was very unimpressed and I am generally very easy going with these things and rarely complain about having bad service from anyone."

Jason P on August 2022

Full service lawn and landscape company that specializes in hardscapes

"Really disappointed in the entire experience with grounds quality lawn. Starting with just initiating the job, it took nearly a month to get responses from them and get someone out to start work. I only stuck with it at that point because a family friend said they were good but should have gone with my gut and found another company at that point. The guys they sent were constantly taking breaks and at one point the foreman even grabbed my fishing pole and spent about 30 min fishing while the remaining four watched him. This wouldn't have bothered me as much if the rate I was paying was more reasonable but they were charging me about $600 per hour for the 5 guys so these breaks and fishing sessions were costing me a lot of money. I voiced my concern with the project manager who just made excuses and cared not at all about what was going on. I asked to speak to owner Justin grounds who did the same. Just excused the behavior and had no problem with it whatsoever. All the while no one could explain why the hourly rate was so high when the guys were working so inefficiently. They kept saying the hourly rate was $60 per hour per crew member but charging me double that with no explanation. Not sure if I was just unlucky or if the company is getting complacent and resting on their reputation but I was very unimpressed and I am generally very easy going with these things and rarely complain about having bad service from anyone."

Jason P on August 2022


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Hamilton County Lawn Care LLC

200 N 9th St
4.54(
97
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Hamilton County Lawn Care LLC

200 N 9th St
4.54(
97
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
123 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We're Hamilton County Lawn and Landscaping LLC, and we've been landscaping here in Noblesville, IN, since 1993. Locally owned and operated, we believe in landscape design, installation, and maintenance, offering full-service mowing, lawn fertilizing, and weed treatments, planting, designing, and upkeep. If you can dream it, we can do it! We're looking forward to growing our business to continue to serve our community and provide jobs to our community as we add to our team. We'd like to personally invite you to call us today for your lawn care, maintenance, design or hardscape needs.

"Did an absolutely fantastic job. Crew was courteous and the job was complete in less than 2 hours. Did a great job cleaning up and planning to use them again next year!"

Mike R on May 2025

We're Hamilton County Lawn and Landscaping LLC, and we've been landscaping here in Noblesville, IN, since 1993. Locally owned and operated, we believe in landscape design, installation, and maintenance, offering full-service mowing, lawn fertilizing, and weed treatments, planting, designing, and upkeep. If you can dream it, we can do it! We're looking forward to growing our business to continue to serve our community and provide jobs to our community as we add to our team. We'd like to personally invite you to call us today for your lawn care, maintenance, design or hardscape needs.

"Did an absolutely fantastic job. Crew was courteous and the job was complete in less than 2 hours. Did a great job cleaning up and planning to use them again next year!"

Mike R on May 2025


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AAA Indy Landscaping

7260 Pikes Pointe Cir
4.54(
160
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AAA Indy Landscaping

7260 Pikes Pointe Cir
4.54(
160
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
463 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

Serving the Greater Indianapolis area for over 30 years. Services include all full landscaping and lawn services. Our business includes residential and commercial properties. Services include hardscape, lighting, irrigation, planting trees, shrubs, flowers and mulching. We have a dedicated crew that also can do yard clean up and maintenance.

"Very, very well pleased."

Jan S on July 2025

Serving the Greater Indianapolis area for over 30 years. Services include all full landscaping and lawn services. Our business includes residential and commercial properties. Services include hardscape, lighting, irrigation, planting trees, shrubs, flowers and mulching. We have a dedicated crew that also can do yard clean up and maintenance.

"Very, very well pleased."

Jan S on July 2025


"Very friendly and helpful. Had my topsoil delivered within timeframe quoted. Would recommend highly and use again!! "

Sheri J on October 2025

Mann Hauling, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things, that set us apart from the rest.

"Very friendly and helpful. Had my topsoil delivered within timeframe quoted. Would recommend highly and use again!! "

Sheri J on October 2025


Montgomery Transport and Excavating, LLC

6364 East 850 South
5.00(
2
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Montgomery Transport and Excavating, LLC

6364 East 850 South
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Montgomery Transport and Excavating LLC is located in Shelby County, IN whose primary focus is providing a hauling service via dump trucks. Hauling services include but are not limited to driveway stone, rip rap, boulders, sand, gravel, mulch, sawdust, demolition debris/concrete, topsoil, fill dirt, and clay.

"Great experience. Came right out and gave the estimate. Did the job quickly and efficiently. Would recommend. Great guys."

Marc C on April 2019

Montgomery Transport and Excavating LLC is located in Shelby County, IN whose primary focus is providing a hauling service via dump trucks. Hauling services include but are not limited to driveway stone, rip rap, boulders, sand, gravel, mulch, sawdust, demolition debris/concrete, topsoil, fill dirt, and clay.

"Great experience. Came right out and gave the estimate. Did the job quickly and efficiently. Would recommend. Great guys."

Marc C on April 2019


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HV Landscaping, LLC

PO Box 269492
4.87(
99
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Approved Pro

HV Landscaping, LLC

PO Box 269492
4.87(
99
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
59 local quotes requested

HV Landscaping, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today to schedule a free estimate. We have more pics on our website.

"The whole experience, from 1st contact to job complete, was friendly, prompt, and professional. They kept me updated every step of the way, and the work (new sod with grading) is beautiful. Very highly recommend!"

Christina C on October 2025

HV Landscaping, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today to schedule a free estimate. We have more pics on our website.

"The whole experience, from 1st contact to job complete, was friendly, prompt, and professional. They kept me updated every step of the way, and the work (new sod with grading) is beautiful. Very highly recommend!"

Christina C on October 2025


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Morales Outdoor Solutions LLC

8465 Keystone Crossing Boulevard, Unit 115
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro

Morales Outdoor Solutions LLC

8465 Keystone Crossing Boulevard, Unit 115
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
25 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

At Morales Outdoor Solutions LLC we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very professional, fast, and affordable. "

Nadia V on July 2025

At Morales Outdoor Solutions LLC we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very professional, fast, and affordable. "

Nadia V on July 2025

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Wood from black walnut, magnolia, eucalyptus, red maple, and invasive species like tree of heaven are not recommended for mulching. These trees release allelochemicals that can suppress plant growth. Some homeowners, however, use wood from these trees for mulching if it is less potent due to age or concentration, or if the plants are not as sensitive to them.

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.

A 40-pound bag of topsoil covers 0.76 cubic feet, enough for 4.5 square feet with a 2-inch depth or 36 square feet with a .25-inch depth, such as topdressing a standard garden bed. If you want 2 inches of fresh topsoil for your 36-square-foot garden bed, you’ll need eight 40-pound bags.

Mid to late spring is the best time of year to mulch. If you do it too early in the spring, the mulch could slow down the warming process of the soil and affect how well plants grow. By mid to late spring the temperatures are usually steadying, making it an ideal time to spread mulch.

Colored mulch can be bad for plants in that it robs them of nitrogen as it depletes the soil to break itself down. With this in mind, it’s a good idea to test your soil to check the nitrogen levels. If the nitrogen levels are low, use fertilizer with extra nitrogen or switch to regular mulch.

Another downside of colored mulch is if it’s heavily contaminated, it can contaminate the soil and damage your plants. To avoid this, look for the MSC certification logo on the mulch bag before purchasing.

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