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Avatar for STREAMING VISIONS LLC Landscaping and sales
STREAMING VISIONS LLC Landscaping and sales
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Marius and his crew Jean and Rolando are best. They installed our landscaping precisely to our draw up design. They took their time and paid attention to very small details to ensure quality work. The water rock fountain exceeded expectations and we appreciated them getting to the job on time considering how many clients they have and their work schedule. They even put in a brick pad for our trash bins after the fact when we realized we needed it. Great craftsmanship fellows. Thank you."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SUMMERSWEET LANDSCAPES, LLC
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Customers say: True professional

"We chose Summersweet because of the innovative design by the owner (Eric Jaramillo) and pricing comparable to other bids. Eric made a few minor modifications based on our input but the plan was pretty much as he originally envisioned. He is experienced and knows what he is doing him. Trust him! We did and everything came out beautifully. His workers were polite, efficient, showed up when agreed and did a great job. We could not be more pleased and highly recommend Summersweet. Dan & Regina Puccetti"
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Osos Yards & More LLC
4.8(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Sisco and his crew arrived on time and busted their humps from the get go. They did a great job and i will be using them in the future. Great job on short notice and made the job happen even though they dont normally work on Sundays. Thanks Sisco!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
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United Brother Landscape
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Walter and his crew are fantastic. The are the ultimate in Professionalism and customer service. There was no charge to provide me and estimate and he began work on August 13th 2025 and completed the work on the 14th before noon. I know nothing about sprinkler systems; he explained everything to my understanding and completed the work efficiently. He left my yard in the condition it was before he started. No one can tell work was even done on my yard. Left no Trace."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Daniel Tree Service Landscaping
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They did an excellent job removing the old dead Aspen tree that was in front of our house, and then we ended up planting smoke trees and they are lovely. They also sprayed the trees on our property and they all look like their health is improving. I would highly recommend this company."
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Milligan Scapes
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Our experience with Milligan Scapes was great! We got estimates and while Milligan wasn't the cheapest, we felt very comfortable with Gary and the planned system. They came on a Tuesday and were finished on that Thursday. Both Tim and Franklin were exceptional workers and everything turned out great. I definitely recommend them for any type of work. We are going to have Milligan replace our driveway. So glad to have found a responsible company."
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Mulching any time of year can attract termites, so there’s no added risk in the fall. The important thing to remember is that termites are attracted to rotting wood, so you need to lay a thin enough layer that won’t trap too much moisture and lead to rotting. A layer between 1 and 4 inches thick should provide all the benefits you’re looking for without attracting termites.

You should add 1 to 4 inches of mulch, depending on your garden type and needs. Keep in mind that no amount of mulch can completely prevent weeds, but a heavier coverage (closer to 4 inches) can suppress weeds enough that you are only seeing them sprout every few weeks. Finer mulch prevents weeds more effectively than large mulch, so if you’re using mulched leaves or shredded bark, 1 to 2 inches will likely suffice, while 3 to 4 inches is best for larger mulch, like bark chips or straw.

The best time to lay mulch depends on the type of mulch and the reason for installing it: 

  • Summer: Adding extra mulch helps soil retain moisture and keeps weeds at bay, allowing plants to thrive. 

  • Fall: Adding mulch helps control weeds and keeps soil and roots warm during the cooler months. Aim to add a layer of mulch 2 to 4 inches deep.

  • Winter: Mulch around perennial plants to help keep them insulated.

  • Spring: Wait until the ground has thawed. Depending on the thickness, add between 1 and 4 inches of mulch to provide freeze and rain protection and enrich the soil.

The difference between river rock and landscaping rocks is size, smoothness, and use. River rocks are smooth and flat, as if polished by water, and come in diameters between 1 and 8 inches. Landscape rock can vary in size from small pea gravel installations to car-sized boulders. However, landscaping and river rocks are interchangeable in many situations. River rock is best for pathways, walkways, garden bed mulch, water features, and planting accents, while small landscape rocks can serve as a walkway base, gravel playground areas, and filler between pavers.

Pea gravel is the most common type of gravel, and it can be made of limestone, granite, basalt, sandstone, and many other types of rock. The strength in gravel comes from the distribution across the stones, so while one rock type may not be particularly strong (like sandstone), the matrix of small rocks that is gravel can become incredibly strong when installed correctly. 

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