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Q: Can I leave leaves on the ground all winter long?

• <div><p>A scattering of leaves won&rsquo;t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That&rsquo;s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I need a layer of padding under my grass?

• <div><p>If you live in an area with heavy rain or you like the idea of an extra layer of cushion under your feet, you may want to consider adding additional layers under your grass. There are pads that are purely for comfort and ones that can help accelerate drainage for those heavy rains.</p></div>

Q: Can hedges be trimmed into other shapes?

• <div><p>Hedges can be trimmed in many other shapes than the standard square shape. They can be cut into spiral, cone, and sphere shapes. However, cutting and maintaining these types of shapes is much more challenging. There are metal frames that you can purchase to place around the hedge to make it much easier.</p></div>

Q: What does St. Augustine decline look like?

• <div><p>As much as you might try to keep a healthy, nutrient-rich lawn, you still may notice signs of St. Augustine decline (SAD)&mdash;a viral disease that discolors your grass blades. St. Augustine decline looks like:</p><ul><li><p>Discoloration in the leaves (chlorosis)&mdash;leaves appear yellow and splotchy</p></li><li><p>Decline in growth</p></li><li><p>Leaves turn black within 3 years</p></li><li><p>Grass appears less vibrant</p></li><li><p>Grass begins to thin</p></li><li><p>Root rot</p></li><li><p>Grass takes longer to recover</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What are the best types of rocks for landscaping?

• <div><p>The best type of rock for landscaping depends on your specific project and needs, as different rocks are suited for different applications. For covering large areas or creating an affordable driveway, consider gravel, but note that it can wash away in flowing water. For water features, river rocks are a good option. Flagstone and cobblestone are ideal for aesthetically pleasing patios and walkways. If you are building a stone wall, fieldstone or small boulders are up to the task. Large boulders and landscape rocks work well as statement pieces, to fill empty space, or to indicate boundaries, but be mindful that they can overwhelm smaller gardens. The best approach is to first define your landscaping project and then select the rock type that best fits that purpose.</p></div>

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Sunday Landscaping

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"On time, completed all work as promised. Highly recommend to any who need landscaping. Dave very nice to work with."

Response time7 hrs

Response rate97%

46 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Macauley Brothers Inc

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Designer - LandscapeDrywell - Construct or RebuildLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden+6 more

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Exceeded my expectations. Although Macauley Brothers always exceed expectations in landscaping services. The fence installers were professional, timely and thorough."

+251

Response rate100%

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.

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Sod - Install - For Business

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DeAngele Landscape & Construction installed sods in our front yard, and we are happy with the results."

+12

Response time2 days

54 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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M & L LANDSCAPING & CONSTRUCTION, LLC

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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic! Great communication, fast quality work at a good price point and my yard looks gorgeous thanks to the helpful suggestions Leo made! It made all the difference! Neighbors stop by to comment on how beautiful everything is and they don’t have enough superlatives! I heartily recommend M and L Landscaping!"

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4 Daughters Landscape & Tree Service

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired MC Landscaping for spring clean-up, planting of two trees, removal of tree stump, and mulching of trees and shrubs. They did an excellent job."

+252

Response time3 hrs

Response rate96%

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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLandscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+10 more

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Landscaping and masonry for both my home and business. Diego and his crew are top notch. Highly recommended!!!"

Response time3 days

13 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Francisco is attentive and communicates with the customer which is many times better than the industry standard. Most companies simply go through the motion but with an irregular yard, our needs are a bit more challenging. We look forward to adding in more services to restore our landscape in a thoughtful and caring manner. The workers are polite, professional and respectful to the homeowner which requires a different skill set vs commercial landscaping. Silva's Greenscape aims to please."

+23

Response time1 day

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Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Justin Landscaping Services

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpSod - InstallLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden+1 more

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We had Justin’s Landscaping Services do some extensive landscaping, etc. for us recently. We were so impressed with the quality of the work they performed for us. They did an excellent job pruning and trimming several bushes and trees. Justin’s L. S. did great work edging and mulching around the bushes/trees for many areas of our yard. All the work performed was done for a very reasonable price. I highly recommend Justin’s Landscaping Services. I will be using them again for my landscaping projects. Sincerely, Lou Petruzzelli, Taunton, MA"

+32

Response time12 hrs

Response rate100%

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Grass365 of New England

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Landscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Putting Greens, Play Areas, etc.Landscape - Install Synthetic Grass for Landscaping, Putting Greens, etc. - For Business

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I tried Sod for my yard twice but my German Shepard killed it. I figured I give this a try and it has been two weeks so far and I feel it is one of the best things I have done. Yard looks great and the crew that put it in did an awesome job. They did a lot of work to level out the yard and to secure the turf down. Anyone is welcome to come and check this out in Lowell Ma. Just email me at [email protected]"

+13

Response time1 day

Response rate88%

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Holbrook, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Adam replied to my inquiry for lawn maintenance promptly. He was fairly priced, showed up as scheduled and did a very nice job."

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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

A scattering of leaves won’t pose a problem through the winter, but a thicker layer of leaves may not decompose before the first frost and can instead weigh down your grass and harbor mold or fungi. A thick layer of leaves also cuts off light and air that grass needs to grow. That’s why we suggest removing thick leaf layers within several days if possible. If your lawn goes dormant over the winter and snow has already caught up with you, then remove the leaves in early spring before your grass-growing season starts so your lawn can thrive.

If you live in an area with heavy rain or you like the idea of an extra layer of cushion under your feet, you may want to consider adding additional layers under your grass. There are pads that are purely for comfort and ones that can help accelerate drainage for those heavy rains.

Hedges can be trimmed in many other shapes than the standard square shape. They can be cut into spiral, cone, and sphere shapes. However, cutting and maintaining these types of shapes is much more challenging. There are metal frames that you can purchase to place around the hedge to make it much easier.

As much as you might try to keep a healthy, nutrient-rich lawn, you still may notice signs of St. Augustine decline (SAD)—a viral disease that discolors your grass blades. St. Augustine decline looks like:

Discoloration in the leaves (chlorosis)—leaves appear yellow and splotchy
Decline in growth
Leaves turn black within 3 years
Grass appears less vibrant
Grass begins to thin
Root rot
Grass takes longer to recover

The best type of rock for landscaping depends on your specific project and needs, as different rocks are suited for different applications. For covering large areas or creating an affordable driveway, consider gravel, but note that it can wash away in flowing water. For water features, river rocks are a good option. Flagstone and cobblestone are ideal for aesthetically pleasing patios and walkways. If you are building a stone wall, fieldstone or small boulders are up to the task. Large boulders and landscape rocks work well as statement pieces, to fill empty space, or to indicate boundaries, but be mindful that they can overwhelm smaller gardens. The best approach is to first define your landscaping project and then select the rock type that best fits that purpose.

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